Marine Weather Statement for Coastal waters from Surf City to Cape Fear NC out 20 nm; Waters from Surf City NC to Little River Inlet SC from 20 to 60 NM
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- Coastal waters from Surf City to Cape Fear NC out 20 nm, Waters from Surf City NC to Little River Inlet SC from 20 to 60 NM
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What is happening
The areas affected include... Coastal waters from Surf City to Cape Fear NC out 20 nm... Waters from Surf City NC to Little River Inlet SC from 20 to 60 NM... At 811 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated showers, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. These showers were located along a line extending from near 10...
What the bulletin says to do
These storms may produce a waterspout. A Special Marine Warning may be needed. Mariners can expect gusty winds to around 30 knots, locally higher waves, and heavy downpours. Boaters should seek safe harbor immediately until these storms pass. If caught on the open water, prepare for deteriorating conditions. Make sure you and your crew are wearing properly fitted life jackets.
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Bulletin details
The areas affected include... Coastal waters from Surf City to Cape Fear NC out 20 nm... Waters from Surf City NC to Little River Inlet SC from 20 to 60 NM... At 811 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated showers, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. These showers were located along a line extending from near 10 Mile Rocks to near Wr4, moving northeast at 25 knots. Locations impacted include... Wr2 and Topsail Boxcars.
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Marine Weather Statement issued August 5 at 8:12AM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
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Source and limitations
Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Wilmington NC. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.
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