Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 5 at 6:12PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 5, 2025 - 3:12pm
Expires:
May 5, 2025 - 3:45pm
Description:
At 612 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from 11 miles south of Halifax to 6 miles southwest
of Scotland Neck to 8 miles east of Tarboro. Movement was northeast
at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and pea size 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...
Oak City.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 900 PM EDT for
eastern North Carolina.
Area Description:
Martin
Forcast Office:
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC