First published 9/18/2026, 10:19:15 PM · Last updated 9/27/2026, 6:48:30 PM

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued by NWS Raleigh NC

The National Weather Service in Raleigh, NC issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning effective September 18 from 6:15 PM EDT to 6:30 PM EDT. The warning indicates imminent or occurring severe thunderstorms in the Raleigh area that may produce damaging winds, large hail, and dangerous lightning.

Categories: severe-weather-and-natural-disasters

Generated scores

Scores are based on the cited reporting and use a 1–10 scale. Read the methodology.

Confidence: 9/10How certain the assessment is based on the clarity and evidence in the cited reporting.
Geographic reach: 3/10How widely the event reaches, from a local area (1) to worldwide impact (10).
Global importance: 6/10The event's broader significance, from limited importance (1) to major global importance (10).
Impact magnitude: 6/10The scale or severity of the real-world impact, from minor (1) to extreme (10).
Positivity: 2/10How harmful or beneficial the event is, from strongly harmful (1) to strongly positive (10).
Urgency: 9/10How time-sensitive the event is, from low urgency (1) to immediate attention needed (10).

Why it matters

Severe thunderstorms can cause property damage, downed trees and power lines, hazardous driving conditions, and personal injury from lightning or flying debris. People in the warned area should seek shelter indoors, avoid travel if possible, and follow local guidance.

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Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued September 18 at 6:15PM EDT until September 18 at 6:30PM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC

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