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Tropical Storm Arthur Local Statement Advisory Number 8
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC  AL012020
1059 AM EDT Mon May 18 2020

This product covers Eastern North Carolina

**TROPICAL STORM ARTHUR IMPACTS CONTINUE THROUGH THIS AFTERNOON**

NEW INFORMATION
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* CHANGES TO WATCHES AND WARNINGS:
    - None

* CURRENT WATCHES AND WARNINGS:
    - A Tropical Storm Warning is in effect for Beaufort, Coastal
      Onslow, East Carteret, Hatteras Island, Mainland Dare, Mainland
      Hyde, Northern Outer Banks, Ocracoke Island, Pamlico, Southern
      Craven, Tyrrell, Washington, and West Carteret

* STORM INFORMATION:
    - About 20 miles east-southeast of Buxton NC or about 90 miles
      east-northeast of Morehead City NC
    - 35.1N 75.2W
    - Storm Intensity 50 mph
    - Movement North-northeast or 30 degrees at 16 mph

SITUATION OVERVIEW
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The center of Tropical Storm is currently about 20 miles east south-east
of Buxton. Arthur will move out to sea later this afternoon.

Tropical storm force winds are expected along the Outer Banks through
this afternoon. These winds could lead to some downed trees and widely
scattered power outages.

Minor inundation from storm surge (up to 2 feet AGL) is possible for
locations along the Outer Banks. Later this morning and this
afternoon, water levels will rise along the soundside Outer Banks,
especially south of Rodanthe, with minor inundation possible for
low-lying areas. Overwash of dunes and flooding of properties
and roadways is also possible for locations where dune structures
are weak mainly north of Cape Lookout.

Periods of moderate to heavy rainfall will continue mainly along the
Outer Banks, with the potential for localized minor flooding of low lying
areas. Storm total rainfall amounts generally 1 to 3 inches expected,
with localized amounts up to 5 inches possible.

Dangerous marine conditions are also expected, with seas building to
10 to 15 feet creating treacherous conditions for mariners. Swell from
the storm will continue to impact the area, keeping an elevated threat
for rip currents and large, powerful surf in place for the next
several days.

POTENTIAL IMPACTS
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* WIND:
Potential impacts from the main wind event are now unfolding across
portions of coastal Eastern North Carolina, mainly the Outer Banks.
Remain well sheltered from hazardous wind having possible 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.

* SURGE:
Potential impacts from the main surge event are now unfolding across
tidal waterways along the coast. Remain well away from locally hazardous
surge having possible limited impacts. If realized, these impacts include:
    - Localized inundation with storm surge flooding mainly along
      immediate shorelines and in low-lying spots, or in areas
      farther inland near where higher surge waters move ashore.
    - Sections of near-shore roads and parking lots become overspread
      with surge water. Driving conditions dangerous in places where
      surge water covers the road.
    - Moderate beach erosion. Heavy surf also breaching dunes, mainly
      in usually vulnerable locations. Strong rip currents.
    - Minor to locally moderate damage to marinas, docks, boardwalks,
      and piers. A few small craft broken away from moorings.

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

* FLOODING RAIN:
Potential impacts from the flooding rain are still unfolding across
portions of coastal Eastern North Carolina. Remain well guarded
against locally hazardous flood waters having additional limited
impacts. If realized, these impacts include:
    - Localized rainfall flooding may prompt a few evacuations.
    - Rivers and tributaries may quickly rise with swifter currents.
      Small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches may become swollen
      and overflow in spots.
    - Flood waters can enter a few structures, especially in usually
      vulnerable spots. A few places where rapid ponding of water
      occurs at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage
      areas. Several storm drains and retention ponds become
      near-full and begin to overflow. Some brief road and bridge
      closures.

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

* OTHER COASTAL HAZARDS:
Strong winds and large seas of 10 to 15 ft will continue today. Mariners
are advised to avoid navigating during this time. Additionally,
stronger and more frequent rip currents caused by swell from
Tropical Storm Arthur will continue the next several days.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
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* EVACUATIONS:
Listen to local official for recommended preparedness actions,
including possible evacuation. If ordered to evacuate, do so immediately.

* 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.

If you are prone to flooding, 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 around 3 PM EDT, or sooner if
conditions warrant.

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