Special Weather Statement

FROM: NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
AREA: Beaufort; Mainland Hyde
SENT: 2026-07-06T15:58:00-04:00

Special Weather Statement issued July 6 at 3:58PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC

At 358 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Ponzer, or 20 miles southeast of Plymouth, moving east at 20 mph.

HAZARD…Wind gusts up to 40 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…
Ponzer and Leechville.

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.

Alert Expiration: 2026-07-06T16:30:00-04:00