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Tropical Storm Michael Local Statement Advisory Number 22
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC  AL142018
1111 PM EDT Thu Oct 11 2018

This product covers Eastern North Carolina

**TROPICAL STORM MICHAEL MOVING OFF THE VIRGINIA CAPES**

NEW INFORMATION
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* CHANGES TO WATCHES AND WARNINGS:
    - The Tropical Storm Warning has been cancelled for Duplin,
      Greene, Jones, Lenoir, Martin, Onslow, and Pitt

* CURRENT WATCHES AND WARNINGS:
    - A Tropical Storm Warning is in effect for Beaufort, Carteret,
      Craven, Mainland Dare, Mainland Hyde, Pamlico, Tyrrell, and
      Washington
    - A Tropical Storm Warning and Storm Surge Watch are in effect
      for Outer Banks Dare and Outer Banks Hyde

* STORM INFORMATION:
    - About 130 miles north-northwest of Buxton NC
    - 37.1N 76.1W
    - Storm Intensity 50 mph
    - Movement Northeast or 55 degrees at 25 mph

SITUATION OVERVIEW
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Tropical Storm Michael moving off the Virginia Capes will track
northeast and away from the region overnight.

Tropical storm force winds, especially in gusts, across coastal
counties of North Carolina continue this evening. The strongest winds
are expected across the Outer Banks where gusts of 60 to 70 mph may
occur through the overnight. These winds could result in downed trees
causing sporadic power outages, and even some minor structural damage.
Be sure to secure any tarps on rooftops from previous storm damage.

Minor to moderate storm surge impacts will be possible with Michael.
Based on the current forecast, inundation of 1 to 3 feet above ground
level will be possible for areas along the coast and adjacent to the
sounds, with locally higher amounts possible. Inundation of 2 to
4 feet above ground level may be possible on the sound side of the
Outer Banks, especially north of Cape Hatteras through the overnight.
Minor beach erosion and overwash will be possible along the beaches as
well due to wave run up.

Dangerous marine conditions are also expected, with seas as high as
10 to 20 feet through the early morning hours. A high threat of rip
currents and large and dangerous shore break is expected.

POTENTIAL IMPACTS
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* SURGE:
Potential impacts from the main surge event are now unfolding across
the Outer Banks north of Cape Hatteras. Remain well away from life-
threatening surge having additional significant impacts. If realized,
these impacts include:
    - Areas of inundation with storm surge flooding accentuated by
      waves. Damage to several buildings, mainly near the coast.
    - Sections of near-shore escape routes and secondary roads become
      weakened or washed out, especially in usually vulnerable low
      spots.
    - Major beach erosion with heavy surf breaching dunes. Strong and
      numerous rip currents.
    - Moderate damage to marinas, docks, boardwalks, and piers.
      Several small craft broken away from moorings, especially in
      unprotected anchorages.

Elsewhere across Eastern North Carolina, little to no impact is
anticipated.

* WIND:
Potential impacts from the main wind event are now unfolding across
coastal areas of Eastern North Carolina. Remain well sheltered from
hazardous wind having additional limited impacts. If realized, these
impacts include:
    - Damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored
      mobile homes. Unsecured lightweight objects blown about.
    - Many large tree limbs broken off. A few trees snapped or
      uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are
      shallow rooted. Some fences and roadway signs blown over.
    - A few roads impassable from debris, particularly within urban
      or heavily wooded places. Hazardous driving conditions on
      bridges and other elevated roadways.
    - Scattered power and communications outages.

Elsewhere across Eastern North Carolina, little to no impact is
anticipated.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
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* OTHER PREPAREDNESS INFORMATION:
Now is the time to stay inside and away from windows. Listen for
updates and be ready in case you lose electrical power. Keep a battery-
powered radio, charged cell phone and flashlight handy.

During the peak of the storm be ready to move quickly. Keep your
shoes on and rain gear handy. Boots and athletic shoes offer the best
foot protection if you become unexpectedly exposed to the weather.

Keep your cell phone charged and in power-saving mode. If you lose
power, use it sparingly and mainly for personal emergencies and
check-ins.

Do not be a thrill seeker or risk your life for senseless photos or
videos.

Quickly move to the safest place within your shelter if it begins to
fail, preferably an interior room on the lowest floor as long as
flooding is not a concern.

If you are prone to flooding or in an area under a storm surge watch
or warning, be prepared for the possibility of a quick and dramatic
rise in water levels.

* ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF INFORMATION:
- For information on appropriate preparations see ready.gov
- For information on creating an emergency plan see getagameplan.org
- For additional disaster preparedness information see redcross.org

NEXT UPDATE
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The next local statement will be issued by the National Weather
Service in Newport/Morehead City NC as conditions warrant.

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