First published 9/18/2026, 9:14:15 PM · Last updated 9/18/2026, 9:14:15 PM

Special Weather Statement issued September 18 at 3:59PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC

The National Weather Service office in Wilmington, NC issued a Special Weather Statement on 2026-09-18 at 3:59 PM EDT. The supplied source contains only the alert title and issuance time; no details about the hazard or impacts are provided in the item.

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: 8/10How 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: 5/10The 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: 7/10How time-sensitive the event is, from low urgency (1) to immediate attention needed (10).

Why it matters

Special Weather Statements can indicate developing or localized hazardous weather that may affect public safety, travel, and outdoor activities in the Wilmington, NC area. Recipients in the area should consult the full NWS product for specifics and any recommended actions.

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Special Weather Statement issued September 18 at 3:59PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC

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