Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 14 at 3:52PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 14, 2026 - 12:52pm
Expires:
June 14, 2026 - 1:30pm
Description:
At 351 PM EDT, trained weather spotters reported a strong
thunderstorm near Pinetown, or 13 miles northeast of River Road,
moving east at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph.
SOURCE...Trained weather spotters.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Pinetown, Pungo, Pike Road, Wenona, Terra Ceia, and Long Acre VFD.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
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:
Martin; Washington; Beaufort; Mainland Hyde
Forcast Office:
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Sender: