Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 13 at 12:01AM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 12, 2026 - 9:01pm
Expires:
June 12, 2026 - 10:00pm
Description:
At 1201 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Sunbury, moving east at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph, heavy rain, and frequent
lightning.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Reduced visibility and minor flooding
possible. Frequent cloud to ground lightning strikes.
Locations impacted include...
Elizabeth City, Camden, Elizabeth City State University, Sunbury,
South Mills, Indiantown, Morgans Corner, Whitehall Shores,
Hobbsville, Moyock, Shiloh, Gliden, Horseshoe, Pierceville, Peach,
Parkville, Tar Corner, Nicanor, Gregory, and Sharon.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Gates; Pasquotank; Camden; Western Currituck; Chowan; Perquimans
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender: