Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 15 at 6:57PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 15, 2026 - 3:57pm
Expires:
August 15, 2026 - 4:45pm
Description:
At 656 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm
capable of producing a waterspout over the Pamlico Sound near the
Cedar Island Ferry Terminal, or over Cedar Island, moving south at
20 mph.
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...
Cedar Island and Cedar Island Ferry Terminal.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
East Carteret
Forcast Office:
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov