North Carolina Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 08/14/2026 12:04
At 303 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8
miles southeast of Blowing Rock, or 6 miles southwest of Darby,
moving east at 5 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 outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Lenoir, Cedar Rock, Patterson, and Kings Creek.
This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio