[Tropical] Hurricane Local Statement

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Hurricane Dorian Local Statement Intermediate Advisory Number 50A
National Weather Service Wilmington NC  AL052019
823 PM EDT Thu Sep 5 2019

This product covers southeast North Carolina and northeast South Carolina

**DORIAN WILL BRING SIGNIFICANT IMPACTS TO THE AREA THROUGH TONIGHT**

NEW INFORMATION
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* CHANGES TO WATCHES AND WARNINGS:
    - None

* CURRENT WATCHES AND WARNINGS:
    - A Tropical Storm Warning is in effect for Bladen, Columbus,
      Darlington, Dillon, Florence, Marion, Marlboro, Robeson, and
      Williamsburg
    - A Hurricane Warning is in effect for Central Horry, Coastal
      Georgetown, Coastal Horry, Inland Georgetown, Inland Pender,
      and Northern Horry
    - A Storm Surge Warning and Hurricane Warning are in effect for
      Coastal Brunswick, Coastal New Hanover, Coastal Pender, Inland
      Brunswick, and Inland New Hanover

* STORM INFORMATION:
    - About 60 miles south of Wilmington NC or about 60 miles
      east-southeast of Myrtle Beach SC
    - 33.4N 78.0W
    - Storm Intensity 100 mph
    - Movement Northeast or 35 degrees at 10 mph

SITUATION OVERVIEW
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Hurricane Dorian remains a strong hurricane as it tracks slowly
off the coast of South Carolina. Dorian is expected to pass very
close to Cape Fear tonight. The risk of hazardous conditions will
increase across the region, including damaging winds, life-threatening
storm surge inundation, flash flooding, strong rip currents, and severe
beach erosion. Additionally, dangerous marine conditions are expected
to occur across the adjacent coastal waters. Heavy rainfall will
enhance the risk for flash flooding.

POTENTIAL IMPACTS
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* SURGE:
Potential impacts from the main surge event are now unfolding across
coastal sections of New Hanover and Pender counties. Remain well away
from life-threatening surge having additional significant impacts. If
realized, these impacts include:
    - Areas of storm surge inundation enhanced by breaking waves are
      possible along the barrier islands. Damage to several buildings
      is possible, mainly near the coast.
    - Sections of near-shore roads may become weakened or washed out,
      especially in vulnerable low-lying areas.
    - Delivery of drinking water and sewer services may be
      interrupted.
    - Major beach erosion is possible with heavy surf and elevated
      water levels impacting or breaching the dunes.
    - Moderate damage to marinas, docks, boardwalks, and piers.
      Several small craft will break away from moorings, especially
      in unprotected anchorages.
    - Navigation may be difficult near inlets and waterways, as
      navigational aids may be off station or missing.

Elsewhere across southeast North Carolina and northeast South
Carolina, little to no additional impact is anticipated.

* FLOODING RAIN:
Potential impacts from the flooding rain are unfolding across the
area. Remain well guarded against life-threatening flood waters having
possible extensive impacts. If realized, these impacts include:
    - Major flooding from rainfall may prompt evacuations and
      numerous rescues.
    - Rivers and streams may rapidly overflow their banks in multiple
      places. Creeks and ditches will flood and may contain strong
      currents.
    - Flood waters may enter many structures, and some may become
      uninhabitable. Some road scours or complete road failures will
      be possible, along with the potential for sinkholes. Many
      streets and parking lots may flood, and may be impacted by
      flowing water. Many road and low-lying bridge closures are
      possible with some weakened or washed away. Driving conditions
      will be dangerous.The delivery of drinking water and sewer
      services may be interrupted. Flood waters may be polluted and
      contain hazardous materials.

* WIND:
Potential impacts from the main wind event are now unfolding across
coastal areas. Remain well sheltered from life-threatening wind having
extensive impacts. If realized, these impacts include:
    - Some structural damage is likely, with buildings receiving roof
      damage as well as window, door, and garage door failures.
      Mobile homes potentially suffering severe damage, with some
      destroyed. Damage may be enhanced by projectiles. Locations may
      be inaccessible or uninhabitable for some time after the storm
      passes.
    - Widespread large limbs will be down and many trees snapped or
      uprooted, along with fences and roadway signs blown over.
    - Roads will be blocked in many areas as a result of large
      debris, especially within urban or heavily wooded areas.
      Several bridges, causeways, and elevated roadways will likely
      become unsafe.
    - Widespread areas will suffer from power and communication
      outages.
    - Several poorly secured small craft may break from their
      moorings.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
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* EVACUATIONS:
Do not return to evacuated areas until hazardous winds diminish and
flood waters abate.

* OTHER PREPAREDNESS INFORMATION:
Continue to keep your cell phone well charged for as long as
possible. If you lose power, use it more sparingly and mainly for
personal emergencies and check-ins. Do not overload communications
systems with idle chatter.

Do not be a thrill seeker or risk your life for senseless photos or
videos. Be wise and avoid becoming another statistic.

Be ready to move to the identified safe room if your home or shelter
begins to fail. Quickly move to an interior room on the lowest floor.
Put as many sturdy walls between you and the storm as you can.
Protect your head and body.

* 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 Wilmington NC around 12 AM EDT, or sooner if conditions
warrant.

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