Storm off Mid-Atlantic Coast Brings Evacuations and Road Closures to North Carolina
What happened
A non-tropical low spinning off the Mid-Atlantic coast, near the Gulf Stream, has a 40% chance of becoming a subtropical or tropical cyclone within 48 hours, potentially taking the name Josephine. Dare County officials reported that a mandatory evacuation for visitors is in effect for Hatteras Island, and N.C. Highway 12 has been closed between the Marc Basnight Bridge and Rodanthe due to ocean overwash.
From natureworldnews.com
Why it matters
High winds, coastal flooding, and dangerous surf are expected along portions of the U.S. East Coast in the coming days. The storm's progression affects coastal weather patterns near North Carolina, which is situated near the Gulf Stream.
The storm is currently drifting over the Gulf Stream.
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Who's involved
- Dare CountyDare County officials managing mandatory evacuations and road closures
- North CarolinaState of North Carolina affected by coastal flooding and high winds
- Hatteras IslandHatteras Island where mandatory evacuations are in effect
- North Carolina Department of TransportationNorth Carolina Department of Transportation managing road closures
- Gulf StreamGulf Stream, the ocean current near which the storm is drifting
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- North CarolinaSpeculative
North Carolina might face reduced tourism revenue and increased infrastructure costs due to storm damage.
- North Carolina Department of TransportationSpeculative
The North Carolina Department of Transportation could face increased costs for immediate road repairs and management.
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The entities involved
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Gulf Stream
river in Somerset County, United States of America - Geonames ID = 4966112
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Dare County
county in North Carolina, United States