Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 30 at 7:20PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 30, 2024 - 4:20pm
Expires:
September 30, 2024 - 4:45pm
Description:
At 720 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
La Grange, moving east at 20 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...
Kinston, La Grange, Kinston Regional Jetport, and Sandy Bottom.
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:
Duplin; Lenoir; Jones
Forcast Office:
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC