Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 19 at 2:35PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 19, 2026 - 11:35am
Expires:
July 19, 2026 - 12:00pm
Description:
At 235 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Sladesville, or 30 miles north of Cedar Island, moving east at 20
mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Sladesville, Scranton, Swindell Fork, and Rose Bay.
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.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 800 PM EDT for
eastern North Carolina.
Area Description:
Mainland Hyde
Forcast Office:
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Sender: