Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 21 at 5:15PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 21, 2026 - 2:15pm
Expires:
August 21, 2026 - 3:15pm
Description:
At 514 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong
thunderstorms along a line extending from near North Masonboro Island
to near Longs. Movement was southeast at 10 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and nickel size 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...
North Myrtle Beach, Oak Island, Carolina Beach, Shallotte, Sunset
Beach, Kure Beach, Holden Beach, Ocean Isle Beach, Caswell Beach,
Bald Head Island, South Masonboro Island, Snows Cut, Ocean Crest
Pier, Little River, North Myrtle Beach Airport, Iredell, Boiling
Spring Lakes, St. James, Carolina Shores, and Southport.
Instruction:
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with these storms and may lead
to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with these storms.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
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.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 900 PM EDT for
southeastern North Carolina...and northeastern South Carolina.
Area Description:
Inland New Hanover; Coastal New Hanover; Inland Brunswick; Coastal Brunswick; Coastal Horry; Central Horry
Forcast Office:
NWS Wilmington NC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov