Special Weather Statement for Mainland Hyde
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What you need to know
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- Mainland Hyde
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- Moderate
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What is happening
At 515 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm capable of producing a landspout over Swindell Fork, or 30 miles north of Cedar Island, moving south at 15 mph. HAZARD...Landspouts and wind gusts up to 40 mph. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible. Gusty winds...
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 515 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm capable of producing a landspout over Swindell Fork, or 30 miles north of Cedar Island, moving south at 15 mph. HAZARD...Landspouts and wind gusts up to 40 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... Swindell Fork, Gull Rock, New Holland, and Swan Quarter Ferry Terminal.
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Special Weather Statement issued August 15 at 5:15PM 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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