Special Marine Warning for Alligator River Bridge
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A Special Marine Warning is in effect for Alligator River until 1:45 PM EDT due to a strong thunderstorm producing wind gusts of 34 knots or greater.
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- Record type
- Special Marine Warning
- Affected area
- Alligator River, North Carolina
- Issued
- September 12, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
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Alert Details
A Special Marine Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC. The alert is effective from September 12, 2026 at 12:51 PM EDT until September 12, 2026 at 1:45 PM EDT.
Affected Areas
The warning covers Alligator River, including Alligator River Bridge located 7 nm south of The Mouth Of The Alligator River.
What You Should Do
Move to safe harbor until hazardous weather passes.
Expected Conditions
A strong thunderstorm was located near Alligator River Bridge and was nearly stationary. Hazard includes wind gusts 34 knots or greater. Small craft could be damaged in briefly higher winds and suddenly higher waves.
Timeline
The alert is in effect from 12:51 PM EDT to 1:45 PM EDT on September 12, 2026.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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