Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 21 at 4:21PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 21, 2026 - 1:21pm
Expires:
August 21, 2026 - 2:15pm
Description:
At 420 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong
thunderstorms capable of producing a waterspout near Atlantic Beach.
These storms were nearly stationary.
HAZARD...Waterspouts and wind gusts up to 50 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Waterspouts can easily overturn boats and create locally
hazardous waters. Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs
and blow around unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Morehead City, North River, Pine Knoll Shores, Wildwood, Rachel
Carson Estuarine Reserve, Fort Macon State Park, Michael J Smith
Airport, Oceana Pier, Crab Point Village, and Mitchell Village.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description:
West Carteret; East Carteret
Forcast Office:
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov