The National Weather Service Office in Wilmington have determined that 70-80 mph straight line winds caused damage in the area

Highs near the low‑80s Wednesday with gusty southwest winds and a 3–10 p.m. window for possible strong storms. Cooler weekend ahead.

PAMLICO COUNTY, N.C. (WITN) — A fast-moving overnight cluster of storms produced damaging straight-line winds in Pamlico County late Sunday night into early Monday, leaving behind structural damage and one injury despite no warning being issued at the time.

Emergency crews responded Tuesday to the Albia airport and surrounding properties following storm damage that authorities said may have been caused by straight-line winds or a small tornado.

Several rounds of severe weather have recently impacted the surrounding area. After storms impacted Defiance county last week, many were wondering if a tornado did touch

ThunderstormsThunderstorms affect relatively small areas when compared with most other storms. The typical thunderstorm is 15 miles in diameter and lasts for 30 minutes. Despite this size, all thunderstorms are dangerous.

Severe weather and straight-line winds caused significant tree damage in Otsego and Plainwell, forcing residents to take shelter in their basements.