First published 9/18/2026, 9:03:15 PM · Last updated 9/18/2026, 9:03:15 PM

Special Weather Statement issued September 18 at 3:38PM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC

The National Weather Service office in Raleigh, NC issued a Special Weather Statement on 2026-09-18T19:38:00Z. The supplied source record includes the alert title and issuance time but does not include details about the specific hazard, affected areas, or recommended actions.

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: 4/10How 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: 4/10The event's broader significance, from limited importance (1) to major global importance (10).
Impact magnitude: 3/10The 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: 6/10How time-sensitive the event is, from low urgency (1) to immediate attention needed (10).

Why it matters

Special Weather Statements can indicate evolving or localized hazardous weather that may affect safety, property, or travel. Because this item is an official NWS alert for the Raleigh area, local residents, responders, and travelers may need to monitor follow-up NWS products for details and guidance.

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Special Weather Statement issued September 18 at 3:38PM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC

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