Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 21 at 5:39PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 21, 2026 - 2:39pm
Expires:
July 21, 2026 - 3:15pm
Description:
At 539 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm
capable of producing a waterspout over Lake Mattamuskeet, or 30
miles southwest of Stumpy Point, moving northeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Waterspouts and wind gusts up to 40 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Waterspouts can easily overturn boats and create locally
hazardous waters. Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs
and blow around unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Fairfield and Lake Mattamuskeet.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Mainland Hyde
Forcast Office:
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Sender: