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Storm Watch
Issued: 8:21 PM Jan. 29, 2026 – National Weather Service
...STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING... * WHAT...North winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 55 kt and waves 2 to 3 ft possible. * WHERE...Currituck Sound. * WHEN...From Saturday afternoon through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous waves could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should prepare to remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the vessel before the onset of severe conditions. &&
Winter Storm Watch
Issued: 6:42 PM Jan. 29, 2026 – National Weather Service
...WINTER STORM WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM LATE FRIDAY NIGHT THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions possible. Total snow accumulations between 8 and 12 inches with locally higher amounts possible. Winds could gust as high as 50 to 60 mph. * WHERE...Portions of northeast North Carolina and eastern and southeast Virginia. * WHEN...From late Friday night through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...Whiteout conditions are possible and may make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Strong winds could cause tree damage. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Prepare for possible blizzard conditions. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. &&
Extreme Cold Watch
Issued: 6:14 PM Jan. 29, 2026 – National Weather Service
...EXTREME COLD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT THROUGH SUNDAY MORNING... * WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 0 to 5 below possible. * WHERE...Portions of northeast North Carolina and eastern and southeast Virginia. * WHEN...From late Saturday night through Sunday morning. * IMPACTS...Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside. Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates. &&
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