Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 20 at 3:24PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 20, 2026 - 12:24pm
Expires:
July 20, 2026 - 1:00pm
Description:
At 324 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Phelps Lake, or 13 miles east of Plymouth, moving southeast at 15
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...
Woodley, Scuppernong, Pungo Lake, Phelps Lake, Roper, and Creswell.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
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.
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:
Washington; Tyrrell; Mainland Hyde
Forcast Office:
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Sender: