First published 9/18/2026, 11:37:15 PM · Last updated 9/18/2026, 11:37:15 PM

Special Weather Statement issued September 18 at 7:16PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC

The National Weather Service office in Wilmington, NC issued a Special Weather Statement on 2026-09-18 at 19:16 EDT. The supplied source contains only the title and timestamp; no details on the specific hazard, affected areas, or recommended actions are included.

Categories: severe-weather-and-natural-disasters, travel-and-transportation

Generated scores

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

Confidence: 3/10How 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: 4/10The 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 typically warn of developing or ongoing hazardous weather that can affect public safety and travel. Even without details, a statement from a local NWS office warrants local attention and monitoring for updates.

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Special Weather Statement issued September 18 at 7:16PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC

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