Headline:
Storm Watch issued October 16 at 2:29PM EDT until October 19 at 1:00AM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Event:
Storm Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
October 16, 2026 - 11:29am
Expires:
October 16, 2026 - 11:30pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 30 to 40 kt with
gusts up to 45 kt and seas 7 to 12 ft expected. For the Storm
Watch, north winds 35 to 40 kt with gusts up to 50 kt and seas
17 to 22 ft possible.
* WHERE...The offshore waters from Ocracoke Inlet to Surf City.
* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 2 PM to 8 PM EDT Saturday.
For the Storm Watch, from Saturday evening through late Sunday
night.
* IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas could capsize
or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Instruction:
Mariners should prepare to remain in port, alter course, and/or
secure the vessel before the onset of severe conditions.
Area Description:
Waters from Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout NC from 20 to 60 NM; Waters from Cape Lookout to Surf City NC from 20 to 60 NM
Forcast Office:
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov