Stokes-Rockingham Fire & Rescue Dept.

06/22/2026

June 21–27 is .

Knowing what to do during a thunderstorm can help keep you and your family safe.

During a storm:
• Seek shelter immediately in a building or hard-topped vehicle.
• Stay away from windows and doors.
• Avoid using electronic equipment that puts you in direct contact with electricity.
• Avoid showering, bathing, doing laundry, or washing dishes.

Get more lightning safety tips at https://nfpa.social/4dQJEEq

06/22/2026

⚠️ WEATHER ALERT: Severe Storm & Flood Threat Today ⚠️
Conditions will shift dramatically this afternoon as a weather disturbance tracks across the area ahead of a cold front. Intense heat combined with deep moisture will bring a distinct threat for both severe weather and localized flooding. Storms will primarily fire up and move across the mountains during the afternoon hours. By late afternoon and moving into the evening, the activity will push east of the Blue Ridge. The entire area is under a Slight Risk, with damaging wind gusts serving as the primary severe weather threat. Flash flooding is a strong secondary threat. While the area will average about 0.5 inches of rain overall, highly efficient, slow-moving storms could drop localized totals of 2 to 4 inches in a very short period.

06/17/2026

Hats off to 75 years of a mascot with a mission.

This , we're celebrating Sparky the Fire Dog and all the ways he has helped bring fire safety messages to people of all ages for the past 75 years.

Watch how Sparky became the fire dog he is today. https://nfpa.social/3MVNrY9

06/15/2026

06/14/2026

06/12/2026

The entire forecast area is under a Slight Risk (Level 2 of 5) for severe thunderstorms this afternoon and evening. The greatest threat from any severe storms will be damaging winds, with the highest potential across the northeast portion of the area. Isolated one inch hail is also possible.

06/11/2026

If you have to be outside make sure to take breaks and drink plenty of water.

Hazardous Weather Update - June 11, 2026
🌡️ Dangerous heat is forecast Thursday and Friday. A Heat Advisory is in place for portions of central NC from 11AM to 8PM tonight.

⛈️ Severe thunderstorms are possible in northern areas on Thursday before spreading across western and central NC on Friday.

🏠 Limit outdoor exposure and stay indoors if possible.
🥤 Drink plenty of water.
👕 Wear lightweight, loose-fitting clothing.

Full weather report: ReadyNC.gov/weather