Tornado Watch Issued for 10 Counties in North and South Carolina
Tornado Watch Issued for 10 Counties in North and South Carolina
US · Published Oct 12, 2026
• The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a tornado watch for 10 counties in southeastern North Carolina and northeastern South Carolina. The alert is in effect until 5 p.m. EDT on Sunday, 11 October
• Affected areas in North Carolina include Bladen, Brunswick, Columbus, New Hanover, Pender, and Robeson counties, while Dillon, Horry, Marion, and Marlboro counties are under watch in South Carolina. Several cities and towns, such as Wilmington, Myrtle Beach, and Lumberton, are included in the alert. Additionally, a tornado warning was issued earlier in the day for Chatham and Randolph counties in North Carolina, which expired at 10:45 a.m. EDT. A severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was reported near the North Carolina Zoo, moving northeast at 30 mph.

Impact & Risks

The NWS has warned of potentially dangerous conditions, including flying debris that could pose a threat to those without shelter. Mobile homes are at risk of damage or destruction, and there is a likelihood of damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles, as well as tree damage. Specific areas along Interstate 73 in North Carolina, between mile markers 65-68 and 70-72, are also included in the alert. Tornado activity has already been reported in South Carolina, with confirmed tornadoes in Allendale, Barnwell, and Fairfield counties.

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