Tropical Storm watch issued for NC coastlines

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) – A tropical Storm Watch has been issued for our area. The system is expected to move north along the coast of South and North Carolina Monday afternoon through Tuesday morning.

Winds may increase to tropical storm force as the storm’s center moves by, with rainfall amounts six inches or greater possible.

The low pressure area is not yet well defined, and considerable uncertainty remains with exactly how organized this system could become in the time remaining before it reaches our area.

Potential wind impacts include damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds and items not tied down such as lawn chairs, patio furniture, etc. Some large limbs may break from trees and a few shallow rooted or weak trees may snap or be knocked down.

A few roadways may become impassable due to flooding or debris.

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