North Carolina Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 06/26/2026 14:13

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued June 26 at 5:13PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
June 26, 2026 - 2:13pm
Expires: 
June 26, 2026 - 2:45pm
Description: 
At 513 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Fort Barnwell, or 10 miles southeast of Ayden, moving northeast at 20 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... Calico, Shelmerdine, and Gardnerville.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. 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: 
Pitt; Northern Craven
Forcast Office: 
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC