Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 24 at 3:17PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 24, 2026 - 12:17pm
Expires:
August 24, 2026 - 12:45pm
Description:
At 317 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from Florence to near Nc Pamlico. Movement was east
at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
South River, Florence, Whortonsville, Nc Pamlico, Merritt, Vandemere,
and Mesic.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
These storms may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description:
Pamlico; East Carteret
Forcast Office:
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov