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Hurricane Isaias Local Statement Intermediate Advisory Number 28A
National Weather Service Wilmington NC  AL092020
211 AM EDT Tue Aug 4 2020

This product covers southeast North Carolina and northeast South Carolina

**CENTER OF ISAIAS MOVING QUICKLY NORTH-NORTHEASTWARD OVER EASTERN
NORTH CAROLINA**

NEW INFORMATION
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* CHANGES TO WATCHES AND WARNINGS:
    - None

* CURRENT WATCHES AND WARNINGS:
    - A Hurricane Warning is in effect for Inland Brunswick, Inland
      New Hanover, and Inland Pender
    - A Tropical Storm Warning is in effect for Bladen, Columbus, and
      Robeson
    - A Storm Surge Warning and Hurricane Warning are in effect for
      Coastal Brunswick
    - A Hurricane Warning and Storm Surge Watch are in effect for
      Coastal New Hanover and Coastal Pender

* STORM INFORMATION:
    - About 50 miles north-northwest of Wilmington NC or about 100
      miles north-northeast of Myrtle Beach SC
    - 35.0N 78.1W
    - Storm Intensity 75 mph
    - Movement North-northeast or 20 degrees at 23 mph

SITUATION OVERVIEW
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Isaias has moved north of the area as the storm starts to weaken.
Gusty winds and brief periods of heavy rain will be possible for
the next few hours across southeastern North Carolina. Conditions
will improve dramatically across the area around daybreak.

POTENTIAL IMPACTS
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* WIND:
Potential impacts from the main wind event continue across
southeastern North Carolina. Remain well sheltered from dangerous
wind having additional significant impacts.
If realized, these impacts include:
    - Some damage to roofing and siding, along with damage to porches
      and awnings. A few buildings experiencing window, door, and
      garage door failures. Damage to vulnerable structures such as
      carports, sheds and mobile homes is possible.
    - Large limbs will be down with several trees snapped or
      uprooted. Several fences and roadway signs may become blown
      over. Some roads may become impassable due to large debris
      blocking the roadway, especially within urban or heavily wooded
      locations. Some bridges, causeways, and elevated roads may be
      impacted by high winds making driving on them hazardous.
    - Scattered power and communications outages are possible, but
      more prevalent in areas with above ground lines.
    - Small craft that are not properly moored may break loose.

Elsewhere across northeast South Carolina, little to no impact is
anticipated.

* SURGE:
Potential impacts from the main surge event are now unfolding across
coastal Brunswick county. Remain well away from life-threatening
surge having 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.

Potential impacts from the main surge event are also now unfolding
across area beaches north of Cape Fear and along the Cape Fear
River.

* FLOODING RAIN:
Potential impacts from the flooding rain are still unfolding across
southeastern North Carolina. Remain well guarded against dangerous
flood waters having any significant impacts.
If realized, these impacts include:
    - Moderate flooding from rainfall may prompt some evacuations and
      rescues.
    - Rivers and streams may rise and overspill their banks in a few
      places, especially in the typical prone locations. Small creeks
      and ditches may overflow.
    - Flood waters may enter some structures. Underpasses, low-lying
      spots along roadways, and poor drainage areas may become
      submerged by rising water. Some secondary streets and parking
      lots may flood as storm drains and retention ponds overflow.
    - Driving conditions will become hazardous, and some road
      closures can be expected.

Elsewhere across northeast South Carolina, little to no impact is
anticipated.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
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Keep cell phones well charged and handy. Also, cell phone chargers for
automobiles can be helpful after the storm. Locate your chargers and
keep them with your cell phone.

In emergencies it is best to remain calm. Stay informed and focused
on the situation at hand. Exercise patience with those you encounter.
Be a Good Samaritan and helpful to others.

If relocating to a nearby shelter or to the home of a family member
or friend, drive with extra caution, especially on secondary roads.
Remember, many bridges and causeways will be closed once higher winds
arrive. Also, if you encounter water covering the road, seek an
alternate route. Always obey official road signs for closures and
detours.

If you are a visitor and still in the area, listen for the name of
the city or town in which you are staying within local news updates.
Be sure you know the name of the county or parish in which it
resides. Pay attention for instructions from local authorities.

Closely monitor NOAA Weather radio or other local news outlets for
official storm information. Be ready to adapt to possible changes to
the forecast.

* 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 6 AM EDT, or sooner if conditions
warrant.

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