Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 18 at 6:55PM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 18, 2024 - 3:55pm
Expires:
September 18, 2024 - 4:45pm
Description:
At 653 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a thunderstorm near
Fayetteville. This thunderstorm was nearly stationary.
HAZARD...Wind gusts in excess of 30 mph and locally heavy rain.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Fayetteville, Fort Liberty, Hope Mills, Eastover, Stedman, and
Vander.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Very heavy rain can be expected due to the slow movement of this
storm. Prolonged heavy rain will result in ponding of water on
roadways, standing water in low lying areas, and minor flooding of
creeks and streams. Drivers are urged to slow down and use extra
caution to avoid hydroplaning.
Area Description:
Cumberland
Forcast Office:
NWS Raleigh NC