Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 27 at 6:05PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 27, 2026 - 3:05pm
Expires:
June 27, 2026 - 3:30pm
Description:
At 605 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
East Lake, or 19 miles northwest of Stumpy Point, moving southeast at
25 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...
Stumpy Point, Manns Harbor, Mashoes, Manteo, East Lake, and Buffalo
City.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
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.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 900 PM EDT for
eastern North Carolina.
Area Description:
Mainland Dare
Forcast Office:
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Sender: