North Carolina Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 09/18/2026 16:16

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued September 18 at 7:16PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
September 18, 2026 - 4:16pm
Expires: 
September 18, 2026 - 4:45pm
Description: 
At 715 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Wallace, moving south at 15 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 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... Penderlea.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways. 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: 
Inland Pender
Forcast Office: 
NWS Wilmington NC
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov