North Carolina Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/19/2026 14:36

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 19 at 5:36PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 19, 2026 - 2:36pm
Expires: 
July 19, 2026 - 3:15pm
Description: 
At 535 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Uptown Charlotte, moving east at 15 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 outdoor objects is possible. Locations impacted include... Charlotte, West Concord, Mint Hill, Harrisburg, Freedom Park, University City, and Reedy Creek Park.
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: 
Mecklenburg; Cabarrus
Forcast Office: 
NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC