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Marine Weather Statement
Issued: 8:46 PM Jun. 9, 2025 – National Weather Service
...A STRONG THUNDERSTORM OVER ALLIGATOR RIVER AND CROATAN AND
ROANOKE SOUNDS...

The areas affected include...
Albemarle Sound...
Alligator River...
Croatan and Roanoke Sounds...
S of Currituck Beach Light NC to Oregon Inlet NC out to 20 nm...

At 444 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable
of producing winds to around 30 knots. This thunderstorm was located
over The Center Of Croatan Sound, moving northeast at 10 knots.
Other thunderstorms were located over Alligator River.

Locations impacted include...
Nags Head, Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, The Vicinity Of Mashoes,
Ar140, Ar130, The Center Of Roanoke Sound, The Center Of Croatan
Sound, Duck, Alligator River Bridge, and The Mouth Of The Alligator
River.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners can expect gusty winds to around 30 knots, locally higher
waves, and lightning strikes. Boaters should seek safe harbor
immediately until this storm passes.

Intense lightning is occurring with this storm. If caught on the open
water stay below deck if possible, keep away from ungrounded metal
objects.

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Small Craft Advisory
Issued: 7:36 PM Jun. 9, 2025 – National Weather Service
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and
rough waters expected.

* WHERE...Pamlico Sound and Croatan and Roanoke Sounds.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

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