Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 27 at 5:31PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 27, 2026 - 2:31pm
Expires:
June 27, 2026 - 3:00pm
Description:
At 531 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from near River Road to near Vanceboro. Movement was
east at 40 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Blounts Creek, Vanceboro, Askins, Cayton, Cox Crossroads, Bonnerton,
Wilmar, Edward, Ernul, and Aurora Ferry Terminal.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
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
eastern North Carolina.
Area Description:
Pitt; Beaufort; Northern Craven
Forcast Office:
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Sender: