Special Weather Statement for East Carteret
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What you need to know
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- East Carteret
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What is happening
At 348 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm capable of producing a landspout near South River, or 13 miles west of Cedar Island, moving southeast at 15 mph. HAZARD...Landspouts and wind gusts up to 50 mph. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible. Gusty...
What the bulletin says to do
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Full official description
Bulletin details
At 348 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm capable of producing a landspout near South River, or 13 miles west of Cedar Island, moving southeast at 15 mph. HAZARD...Landspouts and wind gusts up to 50 mph. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible. Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include... Cedar Island, South River, Sealevel, Atlantic, Stacy, and Cedar Island Ferry Terminal.
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Special Weather Statement issued August 24 at 3:49PM 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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