Special Weather Statement 09/30/2024 17:10 for North Carolina areas

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued September 30 at 8:10PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
September 30, 2024 - 5:10pm
Expires: 
September 30, 2024 - 5:45pm
Description: 
At 810 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over Old Ford, or near Washington. This thunderstorm was nearly stationary. 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... Washington, Old Ford, Washington Park, Grimesland, and Smithwick.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways. 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: 
Martin; Pitt; Beaufort
Forcast Office: 
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC