Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 18 at 1:34PM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 18, 2026 - 10:34am
Expires:
June 18, 2026 - 11:15am
Description:
At 133 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Virgilina, moving east at 40 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Henderson, Norlina, Stovall, Middleburg, Gillburg, Mayo Reservoir,
Steele Creek Marina & Campground, Kerr Lake, South Henderson, and
Wise.
This includes Interstate 85 between Mile Markers 207 and 232.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Person; Granville; Vance; Warren
Forcast Office:
NWS Raleigh NC
Sender: