Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 5 at 4:50PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 5, 2025 - 1:50pm
Expires:
May 5, 2025 - 2:15pm
Description:
At 449 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Lewiston Woodville, or 7 miles south of Aulander, moving north at 15
mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and penny size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Ahoskie, Aulander, Lewiston Woodville, Powellsville, Union, Kelford,
Earleys, Menola, Connaritsa, Republican, Burden, Saint John,
Millennium, Proctors Corner, Poor Town, and Brantleys Grove.
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.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 900 PM EDT for
northeastern North Carolina.
Area Description:
Hertford; Bertie
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA