Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Columbus 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 16 at 4:38PM EDT until August 16 at 4:45PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
The storms which prompted the warning have weakened below severe limits, and no longer pose an immediate threat to life or property. Therefore, the warning will be allowed to expire. Please send your reports of wind damage, including trees or large limbs downed, by calling the National Weather Service office in Wilmington at 1 800 697 3901.
Effective August 16, 2026 at 4:38 PM ET · Expires August 16, 2026 at 4:48 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Wilmington NC
Expires
August 16, 2026 at 4:48 PM ET
Last Checked
1 hour ago
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 Columbus 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 (1 hour ago). It's set to expire August 16, 2026 at 4:48 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for Columbus County?
Download StormCast free on Google Play and set Columbus County, North Carolina as one of your monitored locations. StormCast checks the NWS feed continuously and pushes alerts like this directly to your phone — even with the screen off.
What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning is also in effect for Bladen County.