Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 5 at 6:29PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 5, 2026 - 3:29pm
Expires:
September 5, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description:
At 629 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Lewiston Woodville, or 13 miles west of Windsor, moving southeast at
30 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph, pea size hail, heavy rain, and
frequent lightning.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible. Reduced visibility and minor flooding possible.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning strikes.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of central Bertie
County, including the following locations... Republican, Woodard, and
Quitsna.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 1000 PM EDT for
northeastern North Carolina.
Area Description:
Bertie
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov