Hail — Duplin, North Carolina

2025-04-23 · near Fountain, Duplin, North Carolina

Event narrative

Hail damaged trees, vehicles, and a camper. The picture submitted via Facebook suggests the hail was at least half dollar to golf ball size. A significant amount of hail accumulated in this area. The time was estimated based on radar data.

Wider weather episode

A trough of low pressure linked up with the sea breeze front to produce an isolated severe thunderstorm in the evening. Hail up to golf ball size was reported at and around Albert J Ellis Airport in Richlands.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1247551. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.