Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 23 at 2:01PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 23, 2026 - 11:01am
Expires:
June 23, 2026 - 11:45am
Description:
At 201 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Weeksville, moving east at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph, heavy rain, and frequent
lightning.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Reduced visibility and minor flooding
possible. Frequent cloud to ground lightning strikes.
This strong thunderstorm will be near...
Old Trap around 210 PM EDT.
Grandy around 220 PM EDT.
Other locations impacted by this storm include Jarvisburg, Frog
Island, Powells Point, Poplar Branch, Listers Corner, Texas, Glen
Cove, Bertha, Goose Creek, and Aydlett.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Heavy rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 800 PM EDT for
northeastern North Carolina.
Area Description:
Pasquotank; Camden; Western Currituck; Eastern Currituck
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender: