Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Chatham County, North Carolina
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Current Status
⛈️ Active: Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued August 6 at 7:02PM EDT until August 6 at 7:45PM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC
At 701 PM EDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from Goldston to near Randleman, moving northeast at 15 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include... Greensboro, Chapel Hill, Burlington, Asheboro, Graham, Hillsborough, Randleman, Pittsboro, Siler City, and Carrboro. This includes the following highways... Interstate 85 between Mile Markers 119 and 171. Interstate 40 between Mile Markers 132 and 162, and between Mile Markers 217 and 269. Interstate 73 between Mile Markers 76 and 98.
Effective August 6, 2026 at 7:02 PM ET · Expires August 6, 2026 at 7:45 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Raleigh NC
Expires
August 6, 2026 at 7:45 PM ET
Last Checked
just now
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. Torrential rainfall is occurring with these storms, and may lead to flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
Also In Effect For
This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning also covers:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Severe Thunderstorm Warning mean for Chatham County, North Carolina?
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Is this Severe Thunderstorm Warning currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (just now). It's set to expire August 6, 2026 at 7:45 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for Chatham County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning is also in effect for Randolph County, Alamance County, Guilford County, Orange County.