Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued in Caswell and Rockingham, North Carolina

Severe Thunderstorm Warning was issued by the for Caswell and Rockingham Counties in North Carolina.

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

The alert was issued at 1:25 PM local time and is scheduled to remain in effect until 2:30 PM local time. The NWS lists the alert severity as severe. Its urgency is listed as immediate. The event is classified as observed.

Storm Details

A severe thunderstorm was developing over Bethel, moving south at 20 mph. Other storms between Wentworth and Milton may develop into severe storms before 2pm

Hazards

60 mph wind gusts

Potential Impact

Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees

Locations Mentioned

Eden. Reidsville. Wentworth. Yanceyville. Bethel. Providence. and Jericho

Areas Affected

The warning covers Caswell and Rockingham Counties in North Carolina.

Safety Information

Prepare immediately for damaging winds. For your safety, move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Stay away from windows. When it is safe to do so, please send your reports of hail of any size, as well as reports of any wind damage, including downed trees or large limbs, to the by calling toll free at 1…8 6 6…2 1 5…4 3 2 4. Reports and pictures can also be shared on the Blacksburg Facebook page and on…