Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 14 at 2:18PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 14, 2026 - 11:18am
Expires:
September 14, 2026 - 12:00pm
Description:
At 218 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm
capable of producing a waterspout over Pamlico Sound north of the
Ocracoke Ferry Terminal, or 19 miles west of Frisco, moving south at
20 mph.
HAZARD...Waterspouts and wind gusts up to 40 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...
Ocracoke Lighthouse and Ocracoke Ferry Terminal.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Ocracoke Island
Forcast Office:
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov