WATERS FROM OREGON INLET TO CAPE HATTERAS NC FR… — * WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 9 to 14 ft expected. For the Storm Watch, northeast winds 35 to 40 kt with gusts up to 50 kt and seas 18 to 23 ft possible.
* WHERE...The offshore waters from Oregon Inlet to Ocracoke Inlet.
* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 1 PM to 8 PM EDT Saturday. For the Storm Watch, from Saturday evening through Sunday evening.
* IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Severe weather in Waters from Oregon Inlet to Cape Hatteras NC from 20 to 60 NM; Waters from Cape Hatteras to Ocracoke Inlet NC from 20 to 60 NM brings the risk of damaging wind, hail, lightning, and brief power loss. Outdoor activity should be paused until the storm passes.
This report is based on information from NWS, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.
The greatest local impacts are an elevated risk to property and a high chance of power outages, with moderate travel disruptions expected as conditions move through the area.
Recommended steps: stay informed via official sources; avoid non-essential travel in the area; secure outdoor items if weather is involved; check on family and neighbors.
Alert USA is tracking this severe weather event and will update this report as verified information becomes available.
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