Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 4 at 2:42PM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 4, 2026 - 11:42am
Expires:
September 4, 2026 - 12:30pm
Description:
At 242 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Roxboro, moving east at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Oxford, Roxboro, Creedmoor, Butner, Rougemont, Stem, Lake Michie,
Lake Butner, Moriah, and Berea.
This includes Interstate 85 between Mile Markers 188 and 202.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
This storm 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:
Person; Granville; Orange; Durham
Forcast Office:
NWS Raleigh NC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov