Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 23 at 9:53PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 23, 2026 - 6:53pm
Expires:
August 23, 2026 - 7:30pm
Description:
At 953 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
North River, or 8 miles northwest of Harkers Island, moving east at
15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
North River, Davis, Williston, Otway, Open Grounds Farm, and Bettie.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
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:
East Carteret
Forcast Office:
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov