Marine Weather Statement
Issued by NWS Newport/Morehead, NC
Issued by NWS Newport/Morehead, NC
271 FZUS72 KMHX 101943 MWSMHX Marine Weather Statement National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC 343 PM EDT Fri May 10 2024 AMZ131-230-102115- 343 PM EDT Fri May 10 2024 ...A STRONG THUNDERSTORM APPROACHING THE WATERS... The areas affected include... Albemarle Sound... Alligator River... At 342 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots and small hail. This thunderstorm was located 15 nm southwest of Highway 94 Bridge, or 16 nm southwest of Albemarle Sound, moving east at 25 knots. Locations impacted include... The Center Of The Albemarle Sound, The Vicinity Of Gum Neck, The Vicinity Of Frying Pan, The Mouth Of The Perquimans River, Alligator River Bridge, The Mouth Of The Alligator River, and The Vicinity Of Mashoes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... 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. This a strong thunderstorm will likely produce winds to around 30 knots, and could pose a serious hazard for boaters. A special marine warning may eventually be required when this storm reaches the nearshore waters. Boaters should consider heading for shore before the storm arrives. && LAT...LON 3614 7587 3611 7585 3608 7581 3593 7580 3585 7587 3590 7594 3562 7600 3566 7619 3573 7615 3579 7615 3590 7611 3596 7626 3610 7630 3610 7622 3612 7617 3612 7611 3614 7610 3615 7606 3615 7600 3618 7600 $$ 41