Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 5 at 4:03PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 5, 2026 - 1:03pm
Expires:
July 5, 2026 - 1:30pm
Description:
At 403 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong
thunderstorms near Claussen, or 7 miles southwest of Marion, moving
northeast at 5 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...
Marion, Mullins, Pamplico, Zion, Blue Brick, Hyman, Gapway, Claussen,
Evergreen, Smithboro, Rains, and Carolinas Hospital System - Marion.
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:
Florence; Marion
Forcast Office:
NWS Wilmington NC
Sender: