Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 21 at 6:20PM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 21, 2026 - 3:20pm
Expires:
May 21, 2026 - 3:45pm
Description:
At 620 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Siler City, moving northeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea 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...
Pittsboro, Siler City, Goldston, and Hasty.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Chatham
Forcast Office:
NWS Raleigh NC
Sender: