Special Weather Statement

FROM: NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
AREA: Martin
SENT: 2026-07-20T18:22:00-04:00

Special Weather Statement issued July 20 at 6:22PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC

At 622 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Tarboro, moving northeast at 35 mph.

HAZARD…Wind gusts up to 40 mph.

SOURCE…Radar indicated.

IMPACT…Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.

This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of northwestern Martin
County.

If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.

Alert Expiration: 2026-07-20T19:00:00-04:00