Marine Weather Statement for Alligator River; Albemarle Sound; Croatan and Roanoke Sounds
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What you need to know
- Applies to
- Albemarle Sound, Alligator River, Croatan and Roanoke Sounds
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- Minor
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What is happening
The areas affected include... Albemarle Sound... Alligator River... Croatan and Roanoke Sounds... At 318 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. This thunderstorm was located near Alligator River Bridge, or 8 nm southwest of The Mouth Of The Alligator...
What the bulletin says to do
Mariners can expect gusty winds to around 30 knots, locally higher waves, and lightning strikes. Boaters should seek safe harbor immediately until this storm passes.
Full official description
Bulletin details
The areas affected include... Albemarle Sound... Alligator River... Croatan and Roanoke Sounds... At 318 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. This thunderstorm was located near Alligator River Bridge, or 8 nm southwest of The Mouth Of The Alligator River, moving east northeast at 15 knots.
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- Alert
Marine Weather Statement issued August 20 at 3:19PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
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Source and limitations
Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Newport/Morehead City NC. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.
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