Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued March 16 at 4:27AM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 16, 2026 - 1:27am
Expires:
March 16, 2026 - 2:30am
Description:
At 423 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking scattered small but strong
thunderstorms across the Triangle area, moving northeast at 55 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, Henderson, Hillsborough,
Creedmoor, Pittsboro, Louisburg, and Wake Forest.
Instruction:
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:
Granville; Vance; Orange; Durham; Franklin; Chatham; Wake; Lee; Harnett
Forcast Office:
NWS Raleigh NC
Sender: