Special Weather Statement issued February 28 at 1:20PM EST by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Breezy southwest winds of 10 to 20 mph will overlap with relative humidities falling into the 25 to 30 percent range on Saturday. This will lead to an increased fire danger for portions of Eastern North Carolina. Outdoor burning is discouraged. Please refer to your local burn permitting authority on whether you can burn. If you do burn, use extreme caution and ensure fire suppression equipment is readily available.
Cold Weather Advisory issued February 21 at 2:06PM EST until February 22 at 9:00AM EST by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
* WHAT...Very cold temperatures as low as 11 expected. * WHERE...Beaufort, Greene, Martin, Pitt, Tyrrell, and Washington Counties. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to 9 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Very cold temperatures can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure.
Special Weather Statement issued February 20 at 2:53PM EST by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Any snow and ice that melts today will quickly refreeze this evening creating a renewed risk of icy and snow-packed roads and walkways through Friday morning. Icy spots could form on paved surfaces such as bridges and overpasses, primary and secondary roads, parking lots, and sidewalks and driveways. Motorists are advised to use extra caution. Allow ample distance between yourself and other vehicles, to avoid the risk of a collision if slippery conditions are encountered. Allow a little extra time to reach your destination safely.
Cold Weather Advisory issued February 20 at 2:01PM EST until February 21 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 9 above expected. * WHERE...A portion of eastern North Carolina. * WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 10 AM EST Friday. * IMPACTS...Frostbite can occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures for more than 30 minutes. Very cold temperatures can also cause hypothermia with prolonged exposure.
Winter Storm Warning issued February 19 at 2:04PM EST until February 20 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation expected. Total snow accumulations up to a trace and ice accumulations up to three tenths of an inch. * WHERE...Inland Onslow, Jones, Pamlico, and Southern Craven Counties. * WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Power outages and tree damage are likely due to the ice. Travel could be nearly impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday evening and Thursday morning commutes.
Winter Weather Advisory issued February 19 at 2:04PM EST until February 20 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
* WHAT...Mixed precipitation expected. Total snow accumulations up to a trace and ice accumulations up to one tenth of an inch. * WHERE...Coastal Onslow and West Carteret Counties. * WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday evening and Thursday morning commutes.
Wind Advisory issued February 19 at 11:50AM EST until February 20 at 5:00AM EST by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
* WHAT...Northeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. * WHERE...Hatteras Island and Ocracoke Island. * WHEN...Until 5 AM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Winter Storm Warning issued February 18 at 2:38PM EST until February 20 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation expected. Total snow and sleet accumulations 2 to 4 inches and ice accumulations up to three tenths of an inch. * WHERE...For the snow threat: highest risk in Greene, Pitt, Martin, Washington, Tyrrell, and Beaufort counties. For the ice threat: highest risk in Martin, Washington, Pitt, Beaufort, Green, Lenoir, Craven, Pamlico, Jones, Duplin, and inland Onslow counties. * WHEN...From 7 AM Wednesday to 10 AM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Power outages and tree damage are likely due to the ice. Travel could be nearly impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday morning and evening commutes.
Winter Weather Advisory issued February 18 at 2:38PM EST until February 20 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
* WHAT...Sleet and freezing rain expected. Total accumulations up to a tenth of an inch. * WHERE...Coastal Onslow and West Carteret Counties. * WHEN...From 1 PM Wednesday to 10 AM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Very slippery sidewalks, roads and bridges are possible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday evening and Thursday morning commutes.
The Winter Storm Watch has been replaced. Please see the latest information from NWS Newport/Morehead City NC on this developing situation.
The Winter Storm Watch has been replaced. Please see the latest information from NWS Newport/Morehead City NC on this developing situation.