Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Dare 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 10 at 5:54PM EDT until August 10 at 6:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
At 554 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located over Roanoke Island Festival Park, or 9 miles south of Kill Devil Hills, moving northeast at 15 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and penny size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. This severe thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of central Dare County.
Effective August 10, 2026 at 5:54 PM ET · Expires August 10, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Expires
August 10, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET
Last Checked
57 minutes ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. To report severe weather contact your nearest law enforcement agency. They will send your report to the National Weather Service office in Newport. Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm, and may lead to flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Severe Thunderstorm Warning mean for Dare 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 (57 minutes ago). It's set to expire August 10, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for Dare County?
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