Headline:
Special Marine Warning issued October 1 at 12:13AM EDT until October 1 at 12:30AM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Event:
Special Marine Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
September 30, 2024 - 9:13pm
Expires:
September 30, 2024 - 9:30pm
Description:
For the following areas...
Pamlico Sound...
At 1212 AM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing
waterspouts was located near Swanquarter, moving east at 15 knots.
HAZARD...Waterspouts and wind gusts to 40 knots.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Waterspouts can easily overturn boats and create locally
hazardous seas. Small craft could be damaged in briefly
higher winds and suddenly higher waves.
The severe thunderstorm will remain over mainly open waters.
Instruction:
Thunderstorms can produce sudden waterspouts. Waterspouts can easily
overturn boats and create locally hazardous seas. Seek safe harbor
immediately.
Area Description:
Pamlico Sound
Forcast Office:
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC