http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/xml/MHXNews.xml News and Headlines from the National Weather Service in Newport, NC Sat, 18 May 2013 03:58:07 GMT ListGarden Program 1.3.1 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Jeremy.Schulz@noaa.gov en-us mhx.webmaster@noaa.gov http://weather.gov/images/xml_logo.gif http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/xml/MHXNews.xml http://www.nws.noaa.gov/os/marine/safeboating/ Learn about boating safety and how to stay safe while out in the water. Sat, 18 May 2013 03:58:05 GMT http://www.nws.noaa.gov/os/marine/safeboating/ http://www.ncdc.noaa.gov/sotc/national/2013/4 April 2013 ranked as the 23rd coolest such month on record and marked the coolest April since 1997. Thu, 16 May 2013 09:45:44 GMT http://www.ncdc.noaa.gov/sotc/national/2013/4 http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2013/20130515_sandyassessment.html Check out the Sandy service assessment. Thu, 16 May 2013 09:41:53 GMT http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2013/20130515_sandyassessment.html http://www.nws.noaa.gov/com/weatherreadynation/news/130425_dualpol.html The dual-pol upgrades — completed in late April at every NWS-operated Doppler radar in the U.S., represent a NOAA-wide accomplishment. The dual-pol upgrade is the most significant enhancement made to the nation’s radar network since Doppler radar was first installed in the early 1990s. Fri, 26 Apr 2013 07:21:17 GMT http://www.nws.noaa.gov/com/weatherreadynation/news/130425_dualpol.html http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Newsletter/Spring2013.pdf The Spring 2013 Edition of our Newsletter is now Online! Thu, 14 Mar 2013 20:46:57 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Newsletter/Spring2013.pdf http://ow.ly/hw6HP Louis Uccellini named new Director of the National Weather Service. Thu, 08 Mar 2013 20:02:21 GMT http://ow.ly/hw6HP http://www.weather.gov/mhx/Cocorahs Cocorahs March Madness is Underway. Sun, 07 Mar 2013 10:35:35 GMT http://www.weather.gov/mhx/Cocorahs http://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?site=NWS&issuedby=MHX&product=PNS&format=CI&version=1&glossary=1&highlight=off Check out the latest peak wind gust reports from the coastal storm that is impacting Eastern NC. Wed, 06 Mar 2013 21:42:13 GMT http://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?site=NWS&issuedby=MHX&product=PNS&format=CI&version=1&glossary=1&highlight=off http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/MHX31LSR.txt A line of strong showers produced strong winds and damage across Eastern NC on January 30-31, 2013. Thu, 31 Jan 2013 20:00:37 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/MHX31LSR.txt http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/EventReviews/20130125/20130125.php Cold high pressure to the north combined with a fast-moving front brought some light wintry weather to Eastern North Carolina on Friday January 23, 2013 with light snow accumulations over the northern Outer Banks and ice reported as far south as New Bern, Richlands and Newport. Sat, 26 Jan 2013 05:23:41 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/EventReviews/2013015/20130125.php http://www.ncdc.noaa.gov/sotc/ 2012 marked the warmest year on record for the contiguous United States. Wed, 09 Jan 2013 22:08:51 GMT http://www.ncdc.noaa.gov/sotc/ http://www.ncdc.noaa.gov/news/preliminary-info-2012-us-billion-dollar-extreme-weatherclimate-events NOAA released preliminary information on extreme weather and climate events in the U.S. for 2012 that are known to have reached the $1 billion threshold in losses. Wed, 02 Jan 2013 20:39:23 GMT http://www.ncdc.noaa.gov/news/preliminary-info-2012-us-billion-dollar-extreme-weatherclimate-events http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/EventReviews/20121226/20121226.php An EF1 tornado touched down north of Beaufort on December 26, 2012, with maximum winds of 90 mph, path width of 100 yards, and length of one quarter mile. Tue, 25 Dec 2012 10:10:28 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/EventReviews/20121226/20121226.php http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Newsletter/Winter2012.pdf Check out the Winter 2012-13 National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City Newsletter now online! Tue, 11 Dec 2012 21:13:06 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Newsletter/Winter2012.pdf http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/EventReviews/19960712/19960712.php Event Review from Hurricane Bertha that affected Eastern North Carolina in 1996. Mon, 03 Dec 2012 22:53:25 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/EventReviews/19960712/19960712.php http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2012/20121129_hurricaneseasonwrapup.html Based on the combined number, intensity, and duration of all tropical storms and hurricanes, NOAA classifies the season as above-normal. Fri, 30 Nov 2012 19:55:48 GMT http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2012/20121129_hurricaneseasonwrapup.html http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/PDF/Snow_Awareness_Week.pdf Winter Weather Awareness Week begins Sunday, November 25th and goes through Saturday, December 1st. This awareness week aims at highlighting the potential dangers of extreme winter weather while also serving as an educational outreach campaign. Sun, 25 Nov 2012 11:12:21 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/PDF/Snow_Awareness_Week.pdf http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/EventReviews/20121029/20121029.php Event Review for Hurricane Sandy. Mon, 12 Nov 2012 00:58:32 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/EventReviews/20121029/20121029.php http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/SandyRainfall.png Rainfall totals from Hurricane Sandy Mon, 12 Nov 2012 00:56:45 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/SandyRainfall.png http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/SandyPeakWinds.png Graphic of peak wind gusts during Hurricane Sandy. Mon, 12 Nov 2012 00:56:00 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/SandyPeakWinds.png http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/newsletter.php Check out the latest version of our office newsletter. Tue, 09 Oct 2012 17:01:43 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/newsletter.php http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/EventReviews/20120918/20120918.php At least 3 separate tornado touchdowns occurred in Jones County on September 18, 2012. A NWS survey determined that these touchdowns produced EF-0 damage along a 5-mile path near Trenton, NC. Wed, 19 Sep 2012 23:22:27 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/EventReviews/20120918/20120918.php http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/PDF/storm_readypks.pdf A StormReady ceremony will be held at the Pine Knoll Shores Town Hall at 6 pm on September 13th. For additional information see the press release. Thu, 06 Sep 2012 17:00:31 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhxPDF/storm_readypks.pdf http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/PDF/Hat_Hurtown.pdf A hurricane town hall meeting will be held in Hatteras at 11 am on September 14th. Click here for additional information. Thu, 06 Sep 2012 16:45:41 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/PDF/Hat_Hurtown.pdf http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/PDF/Irene_Ann.pdf August 27th, 2012 marked the one year anniversary of Hurricane Irene which made landfall along the NC Coast. Mon, 27 Aug 2012 15:40:53 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/PDF/Irene_Ann.pdf http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2012/20120809_atlantic_hurricane_season_update.html Updated outlook calls for near or above normal 2012 Atlantic hurricane season. Fri, 10 Aug 2012 11:30:11 GMT http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2012/20120809_atlantic_hurricane_season_update.html http://www.ncdc.noaa.gov/sotc/ The average temperature for the contiguous U.S. during July was 77.6°F, 3.3°F above the 20th century average, marking the hottest July and the hottest month on record for the nation. Sat, 11 Aug 2012 07:49:23 GMT http://www.ncdc.noaa.gov/sotc/ http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2012/20120710_stateoftheclimatereport.html Back-to-back La Niñas cooled the globe and influenced extreme weather in 2011. Fri, 20 Jul 2012 00:22:45 GMT http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2012/20120710_stateoftheclimatereport.html http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Newsletter/Summer2012.pdf Check out the latest newsletter for an update on the Tropics, a review of Hurricane Irene, and other miscellaneous topics. Thu, 12 Jul 2012 16:56:13 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Newsletter/Summer2012.pdf http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/0701LSR.txt View the numerous wind damage and hail reports from the severe thunderstorms that impacted Eastern North Carolina. Mon, 02 Jul 2012 13:15:13 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/Text/0701LSR.txt http://www.lightningsafety.noaa.gov/ Lightning Awareness Week in North carolina has been designated this year from June 24th through June 30th. Click on the link for important lightning safety and awareness information. Sat, 23 Jun 2012 14:14:37 GMT http://www.lightningsafety.noaa.gov/ http://ripcurrents.noaa.gov June 3-9, 2012 is National Rip Current Awareness Week. This week is dedicated to enhancing awareness of rip currents, and what you can do to keep yourself safe in the water. Mon, 04 Jun 2012 13:59:14 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/PDF/RIPCURRENT.pdf http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/beryl_pns.txt See the latest peak wind gusts, and rainfall amounts from Tropical Depression Beryl. Thu, 31 May 2012 02:05:51 GMT http://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?site=NWS&issuedby=MHX&product=pns&format=CI&version=1&glossary=1&highlight=off http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/pns053012.txt The NWS in Newport/Morehead City NC has confirmed an EF1 tornado near Peletier in Carteret County North Carolina on May 30, 2012 with winds of 110 MPH. Wed, 30 May 2012 23:21:34 GMT www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/pns053012.txt http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/prepare By knowing your vulnerability and what actions you should take, you can reduce the effects of a hurricane disaster. Sun, 27 May 2012 15:57:51 GMT http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/prepare/ http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2012/20120524_atlantic_hurricane_season.html Conditions in the atmosphere and the ocean favor a near-normal hurricane season for the North Atlantic Basin. Sat, 26 May 2012 04:14:26 GMT http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2012/20120524_atlantic_hurricane_season.html http://www.nws.noaa.gov/os/marine/safeboating Please check out this web site for some safe boating tips and other marine safety information. Wed, 16 May 2012 00:06:27 GMT http://www.nws.noaa.gov/os/marine/safeboating http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/info_docs/051512_beach_hazardsPressRelease.pdf The NWS in Eastern NC will begin testing a new Beach Hazards Statement starting May 15, 2012 Tue, 15 May 2012 13:09:22 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/info_docs/051512_beach_hazardsPressRelease.pdf http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Severewxawareness.pdf NOAA and FEMA have partnered together to raise awareness about severe weather threat. Mon, 23 Apr 2012 12:59:55 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Severewxawareness.pdf http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/wx_events/April%2016th_Tor_Outbreak.pdf April 16th marked the one year anniversary of the historic tornado outbreak across North Carolina. Click here for a summary of the outbreak across our area. Mon, 16 Apr 2012 11:36:36 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/wx_events/April%2016th_Tor_Outbreak.pdf http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2012/20120413_irene.html Hurricane Irene has been retired from the official list because of the fatalities and damage it caused in August 2011 and will be replaced by Irma. Sat, 14 Apr 2012 11:41:23 GMT http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2012/20120413_irene.html http://www.ncdc.noaa.gov/sotc/ Record and near-record breaking temperatures dominated the eastern two-thirds of the nation and contributed to the warmest March on record for the contiguous United States, a record that dates back to 1895. Tue, 10 Apr 2012 09:17:54 GMT http://www.ncdc.noaa.gov/sotc/ http://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?site=NWS&issuedby=MHX&product=SRF&format=CI&version=1&glossary=1&highlight=off The surf zone forecast has begun for the summer season. Mon, 09 Apr 2012 11:36:42 GMT http://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?site=NWS&issuedby=MHX&product=SRF&format=CI&version=1&glossary=1&highlight=off http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Newsletter/Spring2012.pdf Check out the most Spring 2012 newsletter which highlights the severe weather seasion, the April 16th tornado outbreak and the new Dual Polarization radar. Thu, 05 Apr 2012 15:04:08 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Newsletter/Spring2012.pdf The mean monthly temperature at New Bern was 61.1F, well above the previous warmest March of 58.6F in 1976. Hatteras had a mean temperature of 60.9F which beat the previous warmest March of 60.5F in 1921. Mon, 02 Apr 2012 01:34:41 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/tsunami.php NOAA has designated March 25th -31st as Tsunami Awareness Week. Wed, 28 Mar 2012 12:20:48 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/tsunami.php http://www.erh.noaa.gov/er/mhx/CoCoRaHS.php Learn how you can become a volunteer weather observer through the Community Collaborative Rain, Hail and Snow Network (CoCoRaHS). Wed, 07 Mar 2012 12:19:30 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/er/mhx/CoCoRaHS.php http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/PNS052137.txt Low pressure passing to the north of the area produced strong winds over eastern North Carolina. Mon, 05 Mar 2012 21:42:59 GMT http://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?site=NWS&issuedby=MHX&product=PNS&format=CI&version=1&glossary=1&highlight=off http://www.erh.noaa.gov/er/mhx/SvrWxWeek.php This week has been declared North Carolina's Severe Weather Awareness Week for 2012. Sun, 04 Mar 2012 15:11:24 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/er/mhx/SvrWxWeek.php http://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?site=NWS&issuedby=MHX&product=LSR&format=CI&version=1&glossary=1&highlight=off Severe thunderstorms produced wind damage and large hail on February 24th. Sat, 25 Feb 2012 03:29:09 GMT http://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?site=NWS&issuedby=MHX&product=LSR&format=CI&version=1&glossary=1&highlight=off http://www.crh.noaa.gov/product.php?site=MHX&product=PNS&issuedby=MHX Check out the latest peak wind gusts from the system that impacted Eastern North Carolina the weekend of February 12th. Sun, 12 Feb 2012 10:12:10 GMT http://www.crh.noaa.gov/product.php?site=MHX&product=PNS&issuedby=MHX https://nhcsurge.ideascale.com/ The National Hurricane Center's Storm Surge Unit is providing this platform to engage the community to submit ideas,vote on existing ideas and/or add comments to improve storm surge products and services. Wed, 04 Jan 2012 13:52:59 GMT https://nhcsurge.ideascale.com/ http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/groundhog2.php The latest Climate Predition Center forecast for the remainder of this Winter is also discussed. Thu, 02 Feb 2012 17:46:17 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/groundhog2.php http://www.noaa.gov/extreme2011/index.html Extreme weather caused twelve different Billion-dollar disasters in 2011. Two of the twelve impacted the Tar Heel State: the April 16th tornado outbreak and Hurricane Irene. Wed, 04 Jan 2012 00:42:42 GMT http://www.noaa.gov/extreme2011/index.html http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2011/20111215_globalstats.html The globe experienced its 12th warmest November since record keeping began in 1880. Additionally, La Nina conditions are expected to continue through winter. Fri, 16 Dec 2011 10:36:52 GMT http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2011/20111215_globalstats.html http://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?site=NWS&issuedby=MHX&product=PNS&format=CI&version=1&glossary=0&highlight=off See the latest public information statement detailing the Hurricane Irene Town Hall Meetings scheduled for Dec. 12-14th. Sun, 11 Dec 2011 02:50:01 GMT http://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?site=NWS&issuedby=MHX&product=PNS&format=CI&version=1&glossary=0&highlight=off http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/WinWxWeek.php Check out the latest National Weather Service information on preparing for Winter Weather! Sun, 11 Dec 2011 03:00:13 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/WinWxWeek.php http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2011/20111128_endofhurricaneseason_2011.html The 2011 hurricane season officially ended on November 30th. Irene was the lone hurricane to hit the U.S. and the first one to do so since Hurricane Ike struck southeast Texas in 2008. Sun, 11 Dec 2011 03:03:24 GMT http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2011/20111128_endofhurricaneseason_2011.html http://www.crh.noaa.gov/product.php?site=MHX&product=PNS&issuedby=MHX Check out the latest peak wind gusts from the coastal storm that affected Eastern North Carolina on November 4-5. Sat, 05 Nov 2011 10:05:58 GMT http://www.crh.noaa.gov/product.php?site=MHX&product=PNS&issuedby=MHX http://www.nws.noaa.gov/nwr/news.htm The first nationwide EAS test will be conducted on Wed. Nov. 9th at 2 pm EST. Our NWR routine weekly test has been rescheduled for Tue. Nov. 8th. Click for additional details. Thu, 03 Nov 2011 16:30:32 GMT http://www.nws.noaa.gov/nwr/news.htm http://www.nws.noaa.gov/survey/CFI_NWS_2011.pdf Please take our customer satisfaction survey! Tue, 01 Nov 2011 13:55:30 GMT http://www.nws.noaa.gov/survey/CFI NWS 2011.pdf http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2011/20111020_winteroutlook.html NOAA expects La Niña to gradually strengthen and continue through the upcoming winter. Tue, 25 Oct 2011 12:38:39 GMT http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2011/20111020_winteroutlook.html http://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?site=NWS&issuedby=MHX&product=PNS&format=CI&version=1&glossary=1&highlight=off An EF1 tornado touched down early Thursday morning, September 29, 2011. Thu, 29 Sep 2011 23:44:32 GMT http://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?site=NWS&issuedby=MHX&product=PNS&format=CI&version=1&glossary=1&highlight=off http://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?site=NWS&issuedby=MHX&product=PSH&format=TXT&version=1&glossary=1 Summary of the impacts of Hurricane Irene. Fri, 09 Sep 2011 16:00:31 GMT http://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?site=NWS&issuedby=MHX&product=PSH&format=TXT&version=1&glossary=1 http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.238156722888980.51341.234322003272452#!/photo.php?fbid=243232719048047&set=a.238156722888980.51341.234322003272452&type=1&theater Map of the Total Precipitation accumulated during Hurricane Irene across Eastern NC. Note that this product is preliminary. Tue, 06 Sep 2011 20:51:00 GMT http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.238156722888980.51341.234322003272452#!/photo.php?fbid=243232719048047&set=a.238156722888980.51341.234322003272452&type=1&theater http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.238156722888980.51341.234322003272452#!/photo.php?fbid=243229445715041&set=a.238156722888980.51341.234322003272452&type=1&theater Map of the Maximum Wind Speed during Hurricane Irene across Eastern NC. Note that this product is preliminary. Tue, 06 Sep 2011 20:47:21 GMT http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.238156722888980.51341.234322003272452#!/photo.php?fbid=243229445715041&set=a.238156722888980.51341.234322003272452&type=1&theater http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/PNS/08272011IreneTornados.txt Three tornadoes have been confirmed so far in association with Hurricane Irene. Click for detailed information on each confirmed tornado. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 11:47:57 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/PNS/08272011IreneTornados.txt http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/PNS/08272011HurricaneIrene.txt See the latest peak wind gusts, lowest pressures, and rainfall amounts from Hurricane Irene. Wed, 24 Aug 2011 14:56:55 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/PNS/08272011HurricaneIrene.txt http://www.weather.gov/redesign/ The National Weather Service is proposing a design refresh of the NWS website www.weather.gov. Tue, 16 Aug 2011 13:43:52 GMT http://www.weather.gov/redesign/ http://www.facebook.com/pages/US-National-Weather-Service-NewportMorehead-City-NC/234322003272452?ref=ts New office Facebook page activated 8/15/2011 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 19:15:49 GMT http://www.facebook.com/pages/US-National-Weather-Service-NewportMorehead-City-NC/234322003272452?ref=ts http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/EventReviews/20110812/20110812.php Severe thunderstorms caused damage to structures and crops. Golfball size hail fell. Sat, 13 Aug 2011 15:42:16 GMT http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2011/20110804_update_atlantichurricaneoutlook.html NOAA issued its updated 2011 Atlantic hurricane season outlook raising the number of expected named storms from its pre-season outlook issued in May. Fri, 05 Aug 2011 13:35:21 GMT http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2011/20110804_update_atlantichurricaneoutlook.html http://www.weather.gov/mhx/drought.php Severe drought conditions were present across Eastern NC through late August. 8 to 14 inches of rain from Hurricane Irene helped diminish drought conditions across the region. Thu, 18 Aug 2011 21:52:50 GMT http://www.weather.gov/mhx/drought.php http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/GISMaps/7_13_11_heat.jpg High pressure brought a few days of higher than normal temperatures over Eastern NC. Some locations broke records, as the hottest day (7/13/11) had heat index values between 105 and 110 degrees. Fri, 15 Jul 2011 16:01:46 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/GISMaps/7_13_11_heat.jpg http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2011/20110629_newnormals.html According to the 1981-2010 normals to be released by the National Climatic Data Center (NCDC), temperatures across the US were on average, approximately 0.5 degree F warmer than the 1971-2000 time period. Fri, 08 Jul 2011 02:37:39 GMT http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2011/20110629_newnormals.html http://www.weather.gov/Text/06-28-2011_SevereStorm.txt Severe thunderstorms rolled through eastern North Carolina Monday afternoon causing damaging wind, hail, and localized flooding. Tue, 28 Jun 2011 01:33:33 GMT http://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?site=NWS&issuedby=MHX&product=LSR&format=CI&version=1&glossary=1&highlight=off http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/DualPol.php Dual - Pol Installation has been completed on the KMHX Doppler Weather Radar. KMHX is the first WSR-88D Weather Radar to be modified with Dual Polarization on the East Coast. Fri, 24 Jun 2011 17:31:56 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/DualPol.php http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/06-23-2011_Severe.txt Severe weather affected a large portion of Eastern North Carolina Tuesday June 23, 2011. Fri, 24 Jun 2011 03:09:55 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/06-23-2011_Severe.txt http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/06-20-2011_Severe.txt Severe thunderstorms moved through Eastern NC late Sunday night, bringing very strong wind gusts and large hail. A wind gust of 82 mph was recorded at Harkers Island! Mon, 20 Jun 2011 13:20:54 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/06-20-2011_Severe.txt http://www.lightningsafety.noaa.gov/ Summer is the peak season for one of the nation's deadliest weather phenomena— lightning. In the United States, an average of 55 people are killed each year by lightning. Sat, 18 Jun 2011 19:24:43 GMT http://www.lightningsafety.noaa.gov/ https://svy.cfigroup.com/cgi-bin/qwebcorporate.dll?idx=PRANK3 The NWS is undertaking research on how satisfied you are with our products and services and would appreciate your feedback. The purpose of this research is to help the NWS improve its services. Wed, 08 Jun 2011 03:00:04 GMT https://svy.cfigroup.com/cgi-bin/qwebcorporate.dll?idx=PRANK3 http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/drought.php Click to view the latest drought information statement published by your local National Weather Service office in Eastern NC for information on area impacts. Mon, 06 Jun 2011 00:44:50 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/drought.php http://www.ncair.org/news/ A large wildfire in Dare County is producing poor air quality across portions Eastern NC. See the current press release from the NC Division of Air Quality. Smoke settles late at night and early in the morning. Sun, 15 May 2011 17:49:26 GMT http://www.ncair.org/news/ http://www.ripcurrents.noaa.gov/ June 5 - 11, 2011 is National Rip Current Awareness Week. This week is dedicated to enhancing awareness of rip currents, and what you can do to keep yourself safe in the water. Mon, 06 Jun 2011 00:48:27 GMT http://www.ripcurrents.noaa.gov/ http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2011/20110519_atlantichurricaneoutlook.html The Atlantic basin is expected to see an above-normal hurricane season in 2011 according to the seasonal outlook issued by NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center. Fri, 20 May 2011 16:20:43 GMT http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2011/20110519_atlantichurricaneoutlook.html http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/widgets.php Your local NWS office has produced a widget to display your local rip current threat. You can copy the widget into your own website, blog, or homepage! Sun, 01 May 2011 18:58:12 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/widgets.php http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/outreach/prepared_week.shtml By knowing your vulnerability and what actions you should take, you can reduce the effects of a hurricane disaster. Sun, 22 May 2011 00:59:24 GMT http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/outreach/prepared_week.shtml http://www.weather.gov/os/marine/safeboating/ The NWS has partnered with the National Safe Boating Council to help promote safe boating practices. Each day the NWS will disseminate a Public Information Statement and broadcast public service announcements. Sun, 15 May 2011 17:48:47 GMT http://www.weather.gov/os/marine/safeboating/ http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2011/20110509_aprilstats.html Check out the latest U.S. weather and climate statistics for April 2011. Tue, 10 May 2011 10:06:13 GMT http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2011/20110509_aprilstats.html http://blog.fema.gov/2011/04/3-ways-to-apply-for-federal-assistance.html There are three different ways to apply for assistance from FEMA. Individuals and business owners who sustained losses in designated counties can apply for assistance. Mon, 02 May 2011 16:18:51 GMT http://blog.fema.gov/2011/04/3-ways-to-apply-for-federal-assistance.html http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/PNS/20110428TOREvent.txt The National Weather Service has confirmed two tornados from the storm that affected Eastern NC on 4-28-2011. Thu, 28 Apr 2011 17:37:11 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/PNS/20110428TOREvent.txt http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/ShutterBugSpotters.php Send us your pictures now for April! Mon, 25 Apr 2011 01:48:07 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/ShutterBugSpotters.php http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/April16Tornados.php Numerous tornadoes cause severe damage across Eastern North Carolina. Tue, 19 Apr 2011 03:30:02 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/April16Tornados.php http://www.spc.noaa.gov/climo/reports/110405_rpts.html A line of thunderstorms crossed Eastern North Carolina on the morning of Tuesday, April 5, 2011. A few severe storms produced damaging winds downing trees across the area. Tue, 05 Apr 2011 19:01:07 GMT http://www.spc.noaa.gov/climo/reports/110405_rpts.html http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/PDF/DangerousInlets.pdf US Coast Guard Sector NC has developed a pamphlet to warn boaters about the dangers associated with the extensive shoaling in NC inlets. Wed, 30 Mar 2011 15:54:35 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/PDF/DangerousInlets.pdf http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2011/20110321_tsunamiawareness.html National Tsunami Awareness Week: March 20-26. In the wake of Japan's tsunami disaster, NOAA is urging Americans who live and vacation at the coast to take the threat of tsunamis seriously. Wed, 23 Mar 2011 02:52:43 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/ilm/stormready/tsunami/player.html NWS Wilmington has produced an informational video presentation on East Coast tsunamis for the public. Fri, 11 Mar 2011 21:50:17 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/ilm/stormready/tsunami/player.html http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/CoCoRaHS.php Three new classes have been scheduled for March in Carteret, Jones, and Martin Counties. Fri, 11 Mar 2011 21:45:15 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/CoCoRaHS.php http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/skysched.php Three Skywarn Spotter classes have been scheduled for the month of March. Fri, 11 Mar 2011 21:44:06 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/skysched.php http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/ShutterBugSpotters.php Snowfall throughout December and January provided some amazing photo submissions! Wed, 02 Mar 2011 16:47:08 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/ShutterBugSpotters.php http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/aviation.php The National Weather Service in Newport, NC will be transitioning to a Categorical Amendment Criteria beginning April 1, 2011. Wed, 02 Mar 2011 16:41:56 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/aviation.php http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/SvrWxWeek.php The week of Feb 27th through Mar 4th has been designated North Carolina Severe Weather Awareness Week. All week, the NWS will be issuing informative messages to help you prepare for severe weather. Sat, 19 Feb 2011 03:56:17 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/SvrWxWeek.php http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2011/20110216_ozone.html The ozone layer faces potential new challenges as it continues its recovery from earlier damage, according to a recently released international science assessment. Thu, 17 Feb 2011 14:20:13 GMT http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2011/20110216_ozone.html http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/PNS/20110210SnowEvent.txt A Winter Storm brought snow across Eastern North Carolina. Heaviest snowfall accumulated along the Hwy 264 and 64 corridor where 2 to 4 inches fell. Thu, 10 Feb 2011 18:44:04 GMT http://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?site=NWS&issuedby=MHX&product=pns&format=CI&version=1&glossary=1&highlight=off http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/StudentInternship.php The NWS office in Newport/Morehead City, NC is accepting applications from high school and college level student volunteers who wish to receive experience in an operational forecasting setting. Wed, 09 Feb 2011 20:54:12 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/StudentInternship.php http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/ShutterBugSpotters.php Your local NWS office is looking for individuals that love to share their love of weather with others. We would love to have you as a "Shutterbug Spotter"! Wed, 02 Feb 2011 01:49:51 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/ShutterBugSpotters.php http://www.ncdc.noaa.gov/special-reports/groundhog-day.php Groundhog Day began as an ancient celebration of the midpoint of the Winter Solstice and the Spring Equinox. Fair weather was seen as forbearance of a stormy and cold second half to winter. Wed, 02 Feb 2011 11:49:51 GMT http://www.ncdc.noaa.gov/special-reports/groundhog-day.php http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/PNS/20110122Snowfall.txt A strong snow band dumped heavy precipitation over the coastal and sound counties, while inland counties remained mostly untouched. Sat, 22 Jan 2011 22:09:57 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/PNS/20110122Snowfall.txt http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/skysched.php Three Skywarn training events have been scheduled so far for spring of 2011. Fri, 21 Jan 2011 21:19:39 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/skysched.php http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/PNS/20110110SnowEvent.txt Snowfall totaled up to 5 inches for some areas in Eastern NC. Mon, 10 Jan 2011 22:30:55 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/PNS/20110110SnowEvent.txt http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mmefs River Forecast Centers serving Eastern Region are now issuing experimental, seven day, short-term ensemble river forecasts. This will give NWS forecasters an earlier look at possible flood outcomes. Wed, 05 Jan 2011 01:33:22 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mmefs http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/PNS/20101226SnowStorm.txt Click for area storm total snowfall amounts. Most of our area received nearly 4 inches or more, with some northern counties seeing close to 10. Sat, 25 Dec 2010 19:47:58 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/SnowHazard.html http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/PNS/20101216SnowEvent.txt Your local NWS office has issued a PNS with storm total snow amounts from the December 16th snow event. Thu, 16 Dec 2010 19:51:36 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/PNS/20101216SnowEvent.txt http://www.weather.gov/om/guide/ The National Weather Service has created a document intended to serve as a reference guide and information manual of the products and services provided by the NWS on a national basis. Sun, 28 Nov 2010 03:07:31 GMT http://www.weather.gov/om/guide/ http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/WintWxWeek.php Nov 28 through Dec 4 has been declared Winter Weather Awareness Week. Throughout the week, your NWS office will be issuing informative statements to the public on the hazards of winter weather. Sat, 27 Nov 2010 19:28:15 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/WintWxWeek.php http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/CoCoRaHS.php We are currently seeking volunteer weather observers for the Community Collaborative Rain, Hail, and Snow network (CoCoRaHS). Our office will be sponsoring training across Eastern NC in December. Thu, 11 Nov 2010 19:45:58 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/PDF/CoCoRaHS_Dec.pdf http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/PNS/20101108BulletedProducts.txt The NWS office in Newport/Morehead City, NC will be participating in an experimental period involving bulleted winter weather, non-precipitation, and fire weather warning products. Find out the details. Tue, 09 Nov 2010 03:36:51 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/PNS/20101108BulletedProducts.txt mailto:John.Elardo@noaa.gov The NWS has formed a Marine Advisory Committee to coordinate with users of our marine forecasts and data. You will have a chance to give input into the marine program. The meeting is Dec 2nd at 9am at the NWS Office - 533 Roberts Road, Newport. Thu, 04 Nov 2010 19:38:28 GMT mailto:John.Elardo@noaa.gov http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2010/20101021_winteroutlook.html According to the annual Winter Outlook released today by NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center, the South and Southeast will be warmer and drier than average through February 2011. Fri, 22 Oct 2010 17:01:33 GMT http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2010/20101021_winteroutlook.html http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2010/20101015_globalstats.html The first nine months of 2010 tied with the same period in 1998 for the warmest combined land and ocean surface temperature on record. Mon, 18 Oct 2010 03:44:23 GMT http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2010/20101015_globalstats.html http://www.facebook.com/#!/US.National.Weather.Service.gov Check us out for tons of fun and interesting weather information! Sat, 09 Oct 2010 19:41:16 GMT http://www.facebook.com/#!/US.National.Weather.Service.gov http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2010/20101007_septemps.html The contiguous United States had its 14th warmest September on record, according to the latest NOAA State of the Climate report issued today. Thu, 07 Oct 2010 19:29:11 GMT http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2010/20101007_septemps.html http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/PNS/20101001RainEvent.txt Torrential rainfall has fallen over Eastern North Carolina this week. Here are storm rainfall totals and maximum wind gusts for select locations since Sunday. Fri, 01 Oct 2010 02:00:00 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/PNS/20101001RainEvent.txt http://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?site=NWS&issuedby=MHX&product=LSR&format=CI&version=1&glossary=1&highlight=off Significant rainfall has led to widespread flooding across the region. Click here to see the latest reports. Tue, 28 Sep 2010 21:18:04 GMT http://forecast.weather.gov/wwamap/wwatxtget.php?cwa=mhx&wwa=flood watch http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/EarlPSH.txt The NWS office in Newport/Morehead City, NC has compiled a list of impacts from Hurricane Earl. Fri, 10 Sep 2010 18:50:57 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/PSHMHX http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/gtwo_atl.shtml See the latest Graphical Tropical Weather Outlook from the National Hurricane Center as we near the peak of the season. Sat, 04 Sep 2010 23:54:15 GMT http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/gtwo_atl.shtml http://www.weather.gov/com/stratplan The draft plan represents the strategic framework that will guide our organization over the next ten years. We hope this strategy will prepare NWS to meet the challenges and opportunities of the future. Sun, 08 Aug 2010 23:44:44 GMT http://www.weather.gov/com/stratplan http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2010/20100709_junetemps.html Based on records dating back to 1895, this monthly analysis prepared by scientists at NOAA's National Climatic Data Center in Asheville, NC, is part of the suite of climate services NOAA provides. Fri, 09 Jul 2010 20:53:49 GMT http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2010/20100709_junetemps.html http://www.weather.gov/emailupdates/ The National Weather Service is proposing an experimental use of email updates to provide NWS information. Tue, 06 Jul 2010 14:57:58 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/nwssurvey.html The NWS is undertaking research on how satisfied you are with our products and services and would appreciate your feedback. Mon, 28 Jun 2010 18:21:09 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/nwssurvey.html http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Tropical.php Your local NWS office is proud to announce a new one-stop webpage for information on tropical storms and hurricanes, and how they affect you in Eastern North Carolina. Mon, 7 Jun 2010 20:51:11 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Tropical.php http://www.lightningsafety.noaa.gov/ The week of June 20-26 is lightning awareness week for North Carolina. All week long NOAA/NWS offices will be issuing public information statements concerning lightning safety and awareness. Sun, 06 Jun 2010 20:47:24 GMT http://www.lightningsafety.noaa.gov/ http://www.ncddc.noaa.gov/activities/noaa-extreme-weather-information-sheet-newis/view The NOAA Extreme Weather Information Sheet contains valuable state and local emergency telephone numbers, NOAA Web sites, media outlets, and evacuation information for residents. Fri, 28 May 2010 03:12:23 GMT http://www.ncddc.noaa.gov/activities/noaa-extreme-weather-information-sheet-newis/view http://deepwaterhorizon.noaa.gov As the nation’s leading scientific resource for oil spills, NOAA has been on the scene of the BP oil spill from the start, providing coordinated scientific weather and biological response services to federal, state and local organizations. Sat, 22 May 2010 00:03:55 GMT http://deepwaterhorizon.noaa.gov http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/HurrWeek.php The week of May 23th through May 29th has been declared Hurricane Awareness Week in North Carolina. During this week, The National Weather Service will be issuing informative messages to help you prepare for the 2010 hurricane season. Fri, 21 May 2010 00:16:57 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/HurrWeek.php http://www.weather.gov/os/marine/safeboating/ The NWS has partnered with the National Safe Boating Council to help promote safe boating practices. Each day during Safe Boating Week the NWS will disseminate a Public Information Statement and broadcast public service announcements. Wed, 19 May 2010 23:47:06 GMT http://www.weather.gov/os/marine/safeboating/ http://www.erh.noaa.gov/avnclimo/ NWS Eastern Region announces a new aviation climate web page. See local aviation climatology for KEWN, KISO, KOAJ, and KPGV. Thu, 29 Apr 2010 19:50:02 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/avnclimo/ http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2010/20100415_marchstats.html Taken separately, average ocean temperatures were the warmest for any March and the global land surface was the fourth warmest for any March on record. Wed, 28 Apr 2010 01:53:48 GMT http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2010/20100415_marchstats.html http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/OpenHouse2010.php Participants were a part of two weather balloon launches, office tours, piball releases, kids games, a suprise visit from Smokey Bear, and a ton of other informational activities. Fri, 16 Apr 2010 00:10:48 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/OpenHouse2010.php http://www.weather.gov/stormreports/ Everyone talks about the weather. Now's your chance to "tweet" it and be heard. Through an experimental program, the National Weather Service will be searching for tweets that contain weather information. Thu, 15 Apr 2010 20:09:16 GMT http://www.weather.gov/stormreports/ http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/StudentInternship.php#Electronics NWS Newport is offering an unpaid training and experience opportunity to a student enrolled in a university or community college. Application Deadline Extended to April 30. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 00:22:35 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/StudentInternship.php#Electronics http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/ The next meeting will be held April 22, 9am-12pm at the NOAA Marine Labs in Beaufort. Contact John Elardo at (252) 223-5737 for more information. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 04:05:32 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/ http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/skysched.php Check out this year's spotter class schedule for upcoming training oppurtunities in your area. Fri, 19 Feb 2010 08:15:13 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/skysched.php http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2010/20100217_hurricane.html The scale keeps the same wind speed ranges as the original Saffir-Simpson Scale for each of the five hurricane categories, but no longer ties specific storm surge and flooding effects to each category. Fri, 19 Feb 2010 05:04:23 GMT http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2010/20100217_hurricane.html http://www.climate.gov This climate portal will provide information about the impacts of climate on nearly every aspect of our lives from agriculture and energy to transportation. An interactive climate dashboard lets users see a range of constantly updating climate datasets. Wed, 10 Feb 2010 16:21:45 GMT http://www.climate.gov http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/PNS/20100213Snowfall.txt A wide range of snow amounts fell across eastern North Carolina Friday night into Saturday morning. Here are the totals received as of 135 pm Saturday afternoon. Sat, 06 Feb 2010 15:01:32 GMT http://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?site=NWS&product=PNS&issuedby=MHX http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2010/20100105_nhc.html NOAA's National Hurricane Center in Miami will issue watches and warnings for tropical storms and hurricanes along threatened coastal areas 12 hours earlier than in previous years. Tue, 12 Jan 2010 01:16:00 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/StudentInternship.php The NWS Weather Forecast Office in Newport NC has developed a student volunteer program available for college and high school students and recent graduates. Mon, 04 Jan 2010 14:39:28 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/StudentInternship.php http://www.oesd.noaa.gov/noaa_student_opps.html The Student Opportunities website is designed to provide information about educational opportunities that are available throughout NOAA. Sun, 03 Jan 2010 14:44:12 GMT http://www.oesd.noaa.gov/noaa_student_opps.html http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/news/SkywarnParty09.php The 11th annual Skywarn Recognition Day was held at NWS Newport from 7pm Friday, December 4th through 7 pm Saturday, December 5th. Thu, 31 Dec 2009 22:17:11 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/news/SkywarnParty09.php http://www.weather.gov/oneinchhail/ The NWS will change severe thunderstorm minimum hail criteria from 3/4 inch to 1 inch diameter on January 5, 2010. Wed, 30 Dec 2009 16:23:54 GMT http://www.weather.gov/oneinchhail/ http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/news/CommunityForumFlyer.jpg Come talk with National Weather Service forecasters from the Newport/Morehead City, NC office at the Community Building in Hatteras Village Tuesday, January 26th. See the event flyer here. Tue, 12 Jan 2010 00:07:14 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/news/CommunityForumFlyer.jpg http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/PNS/20091219WindEvent.txt Low pressure system moved along the North Carolina coast Friday evening into Saturday and produced strong winds across Eastern North Carolina. Sat, 19 Dec 2009 22:56:05 GMT http://www.srh.noaa.gov/productview.php?pil=MHXPNSMHX&version=0 http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/WintWxWeek.php Are you ready for a winter storm? Extremely cold temperatures, heavy snow, and coastal flooding can cause hazardous conditions and hidden problems. Sun, 29 Nov 2009 21:26:44 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/WintWxWeek.php http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/PNS/20091112CoastalLow.txt Low pressure moving NE along the coast produced strong winds and heavy rain over Eastern NC beginning Tuesday, November 10, 2009 through Thursday, November 12, 2009. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:33:17 GMT http://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?site=NWS&issuedby=MHX&product=PNS&format=CI&version=1&glossary=1&highlight=off http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/PNS/101909_Record_Lows.txt Winter like temperatures occurred across Eastern North Carolina setting several low maximum temperatures. Mon, 19 Oct 2009 05:12:53 GMT http://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?site=NWS&issuedby=MHX&product=PNS&format=CI&version=1&glossary=1&highlight=off http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2009/20091015_winteroutlook.html El Niño in the central and eastern equatorial Pacific Ocean is expected to be a dominant climate factor that will influence the December through February winter weather in the United States. Fri, 16 Oct 2009 23:32:57 GMT http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2009/20091015_winteroutlook.html http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/PDF/CoCoRaHSVolunteerRequest.pdf Volunteer observers are needed to participate in the Community Collaborative Rain, Hail, and Snow Network (CoCoRaHS) in North Carolina! Tue, 06 Oct 2009 12:22:03 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/PDF/CoCoRaHSVolunteerRequest.pdf http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/PNS/20090907RainTotals.txt The National Weather Service office in Newport, NC has issued a Public Notification Statement with rainfall totals and area impacts from the Labor Day storm. Tue, 08 Sep 2009 16:40:55 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/PNS/20090907RainTotals.txt http://www.noaa.gov/features/01_economic/index.html Results of an Internet-based survey created by NCAR scientists shows that the average American values weather forecasts far more than government and private agencies spend producing them. Sun, 16 Aug 2009 02:29:50 GMT http://www.noaa.gov/features/01_economic/index.html http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2009/20090806_hurricaneupdate.html According to its August Atlantic hurricane season outlook, NOAA now expects a near- to below-normal Atlantic hurricane season, as the calming effects of El Niño continue to develop. Fri, 07 Aug 2009 13:41:47 GMT http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2009/20090806_hurricaneupdate.html http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Floyd/ The National Weather Service has just released a website that focuses on the 10th Anniversary of Hurricane Floyd. The site includes storm summary, impact, and educational information. Fri, 14 Aug 2009 02:34:14 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Floyd/ http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/SignificantEvents.php Several strong to severe thunderstorms impacted eastern North Carolina during the late afternoon and evening hours of July 17, 2009. Sun, 26 Jul 2009 17:16:21 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/SignificantEvents.php http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/PNS/20090717Tornado.txt Based on a review of information provided by local emergency management, NWS Newport has confirmed a weak tornado touched down along the far Eastern end of River Rd in Beaufort County. Sat, 18 Jul 2009 21:39:57 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/PNS/20090717Tornado.txt http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/2009HurricaneConference.php The NWS in Newport, NC in conjunction with the NOAA Center for Coastal Fisheries and Habitat Research hosted a hurricane conference on June 23, 2009 at the NOAA facility on Pivers Island, NC. Sun, 12 Jul 2009 15:14:07 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/2009HurricaneConference.php http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2009/20090709_elnino.html NOAA scientists today announced the arrival of El Niño, a climate phenomenon with a significant influence on global weather, ocean conditions and marine fisheries. El Niño occurs on average every 2 - 5 years. Thu, 09 Jul 2009 16:02:07 GMT http://forecast.weather.gov/afm/graphical.php?site=mhx The National Weather Service has released a new and improved graphical forecast. The new graphical forecast will allow users to get a forecast for a specific point, and not for the entire county. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 17:16:09 GMT http://forecast.weather.gov/afm/graphical.php?site=mhx http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/LitAwrWeek.php Lightning kills or injures hundreds each year. There have been 9 deaths in just the first half of June alone. NWS Newport has issued Public Notification Statements. Tue, 16 Jun 2009 18:13:12 GMT http://www.lightningsafety.noaa.gov/index.htm http://www.cpc.ncep.noaa.gov/products/analysis_monitoring/enso_advisory/ensodisc.html The Climate Prediction Center has issued an El Niño Watch. Conditions are favorable for a transition from ENSO-neutral to El Niño conditions during June - August 2009. Mon, 08 Jun 2009 22:00:07 GMT http://www.cpc.ncep.noaa.gov/products/analysis_monitoring/enso_advisory/ensodisc.html http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2009/20090603_ripcurrent.html NOAA and National Park Service Urge Beach-Goers to Break the Grip of the Rip Fri, 05 Jun 2009 04:10:48 GMT http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2009/20090603_ripcurrent.html http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/PressReleases/National_Cline_Award_2008_Upper_Air.pdf The Newport/Morehead City National Weather Service Office is being recognized at the national level for its outstanding upper air program. Mon, 01 Jun 2009 18:32:50 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/PressReleases/National_Cline_Award_2008_Upper_Air.pdf http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2009/20090521_atlantichurricane.html NOAA forecasters say a near-normal Atlantic hurricane season is most likely this year. However, as with any season, the need to prepare for the possibility of a storm striking near you is essential. Mon, 01 Jun 2009 02:42:28 GMT http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2009/20090521_atlantichurricane.html http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/PressReleases/Staff_Gages.pdf NWS Newport/Morehead City NC in co-operation with the North Carolina DOT Ferry Services Division has installed water level measuring gauges at several ferry terminal locations in eastern North Carolina. Mon, 01 Jun 2009 02:39:28 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/PressReleases/Staff_Gages.pdf http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/PressReleases/ECUStormReadyMediaAdvisory.pdf East Carolina University will be recognized as StormReady® after completing a rigorous national program that has strengthened the university's ability to protect life and property during severe weather. Tue, 26 May 2009 16:09:02 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/PressReleases/DuplinHWMSign.pdf On Wednesday May 27th, the National Weather Service office in Newport, NC will recognize Hurricane Floyd's record flood by deploying a high water mark sign to the city of Chinquapin. Tue, 23 May 2009 16:05:25 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/PressReleases/DuplinHWMSign.pdf http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/HAW2/english/intro.shtml May 24th through May 30th is Hurricane Awareness Week. The goal is to inform the public about hurricane hazards and provide knowledge which can be used to take action. Wed, 20 May 2009 21:33:42 GMT http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/HAW2/english/intro.shtml http://safeboating.erh.noaa.gov/ WFO Wilmington, NC, the National Safeboating Council, NOAA PA and ERH has developed a website promoting National Safeboating Week. Wed, 20 May 2009 21:30:57 GMT http://safeboating.erh.noaa.gov/ http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2009/20090406_tornado.html A nationwide project exploring the origins, structure and evolution of tornadoes will occur through June 13 in the central US. The project, is the largest and most ambitious attempt to study tornadoes in history. Sat, 09 May 2009 16:44:09 GMT http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2009/20090406_tornado.html http://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?site=NWS&issuedby=MHX&product=PNS&format=CI&version=1&glossary=1&highlight=off The National Weather Service in Newport has confirmed a EF0 tornado that had occured Thursday, May 7th. Click to read the Public Notification Statement regarding the event. Fri, 08 May 2009 20:38:46 GMT http://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?site=NWS&issuedby=MHX&product=PNS&format=CI&version=1&glossary=1&highlight=off http://radar.srh.noaa.gov/ NWS Southern Region has developed a Google Map application that combines NWS radar and current hazards in a interactive format. Sun, 03 May 2009 01:14:56 GMT http://radar.srh.noaa.gov/ http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/April112009_PNS.txt The National Weather Service in Newport/Morehead City, NC has confirmed an EF-0 Tornado with winds of up to 85 mph, 6 miles from Washington, NC Sat, 11 Apr 2009 20:08:54 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/April112009_PNS.txt http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/EventReviews/20090327/20090327.php Shallow convection during the early evening hours of March 27, 2009 produced a pair of tornadoes of the Eastern NC coastal plain. Sat, 04 Apr 2009 02:35:26 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/EventReviews/20090327/20090327.php http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2009/20090310_winterstats.html Temperatures for December 2008 - February 2009 across the U.S. were near average according to a preliminary analysis by scientists at NOAA's National Climatic Data Center Fri, 13 Mar 2009 20:02:00 GMT http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2009/20090310_winterstats.html http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/FAWWeek.php National Flood Safety Awareness Week is a week dedicated to the education of flooding throughout the US. View the Public Notification Statements issued by NWS Newport. Fri, 13 Mar 2009 19:57:12 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/FAWWeek.php http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/PDF/CoCoRahsSchoolRelease.pdf The National Weather Service in Newport is putting out a call to area schools to incorporate the Community Collaborative Rain, Hail and Snow Network (CoCoRaHS) into their classrooms. Fri, 13 Mar 2009 19:53:32 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/PDF/CoCoRahsSchoolRelease.pdf http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/03-02-2009_WinterStorm.txt Snow fell in Eastern North Carolina on the evening of March 2nd. View the preliminary snowfall amounts here. Tue, 03 Mar 2009 14:22:36 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/03-02-2009_WinterStorm.txt http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/PDF/SWAW2009PressRelease.pdf NWS Newport has issued a press release regarding Severe Weather Awareness Week (March 1st - 7th). Click here for a copy of the release. Sat, 28 Feb 2009 18:20:04 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/PDF/SWAW2009PressRelease.pdf http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/SvrWxWeek.php March 1st through the 7th is Severe Weather Awareness Week. Click to read the Public Notification Statement issued by NWS Newport during the week. Wed, 25 Feb 2009 19:58:15 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/SvrWxWeek.php http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2009/20090212_australiafire.html Fire weather forecasters from NOAA's National Weather Service are on duty in Australia providing crucial weather information to forecasters in the Australian Bureau of Meteorology as they battle wildfires ravaging southeastern Australia. Sun, 15 Feb 2009 18:59:00 GMT http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2009/20090212_australiafire.html http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2009/20090209_januarystats.html While North Carolina's average monthy temperature ranked below normal for January, temperature for the contiguous United States last month were slightly above the long-term average Sun, 15 Feb 2009 18:57:56 GMT http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2009/20090209_januarystats.html http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/02-04-2009_WinterStorm.txt View the snowfall reports recieved so far for Eastern North Carolina. Wed, 04 Feb 2009 12:19:06 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Powerpoints/Drought0708.ppt Sarah Jamison, office hydrology focal point, has put together a presentation summarizing the drought that affected eastern NC from 2007 through 2008. Mon, 26 Jan 2009 19:26:21 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Powerpoints/Drought0708.html http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Text/01-20-2009_WinterStorm.txt View the unofficial snowfall totals from Eastern NC from the winter storm on January 20th. Wed, 21 Jan 2009 00:52:24 GMT http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2008/20081216_climatestats.html Even with below normal temperatures for most of Eastern North Carolina, the month of November was the fourth warmest globally since records began in 1880. Wed, 17 Dec 2008 14:44:44 GMT http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2008/20081216_climatestats.html http://www.carolinas.noaa.gov NOAA in the Carolinas, a consortium of NOAA organizations looking to further the OneNOAA vision across North and South Carolina, has just revamped their website. Check it out! Tue, 02 Dec 2008 12:55:53 GMT http://www.carolinas.noaa.gov http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2008/20081126_hurricaneseason.html The 2008 Hurricane Season officially came to a close, marking the end of a season that produced a record number of consecutive storms to strike the US and ranks as one of the more active seasons. Tue, 02 Dec 2008 11:49:18 GMT http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2008/20081126_hurricaneseason.html http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2008/20081118_octobertemps.html The combined global land and ocean surface average temperature for October 2008 was the second warmest since records began in 1880. Tue, 25 Nov 2008 14:23:53 GMT http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2008/20081118_octobertemps.html http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2008/20081031_scholarship.html NOAA is accepting applications for a scholarship program in honor of retired South Carolina Sen. Ernest F. Hollings, who promoted oceanic and atmospheric research throughout his career. Thu, 20 Nov 2008 17:53:39 GMT http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2008/20081031_scholarship.html http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/news/20081103_HurricaneFloydSigns.pdf Officials unveiled commemorative signs depicting the maximum flood levels reached in Pollocksville, Snow Hill, and Greenville on November 3rd & 4th. Tue, 04 Nov 2008 03:00:27 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/news/20081103_HurricaneFloydSigns.pdf http://www.erh.noaa.gov/er/bgm/spotlight/pointandclick/changes_pointandclick.shtml The NWS Office in Binghamton, NY has put together a page detailing the changes to the NWS' adoption of Google Maps for their Point and Click pages. Tue, 03 Nov 2008 03:47:36 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/er/bgm/spotlight/pointandclick/changes_pointandclick.shtml http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/EventReviews/20081001/20081001.php Here is an overview of the storms that hit Eastern North Carolina on October 1st. Tue, 07 Oct 2008 21:28:46 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/EventReviews/20081001/20081001.php http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2008/20080908_hurricanetracks.html Now, an on-line tool, Historical Hurricane Tracks, helps users get a quick picture of coastal areas with the greatest frequency of hurricanes and tropical storms. Tue, 07 Oct 2008 21:27:56 GMT http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2008/20080908_hurricanetracks.html http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/tour/OfficeTourAbout.php Take a virtual look at your National Weather Service Office in action. Tue, 07 Oct 2008 21:27:15 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/tour/OfficeTourAbout.php http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Leadership/Elardo10-5-2005.html Lead Forecaster John Elardo was honored as the first recipient of the WFO Newport/Morehead City Leadership Award. Congratulations John! Wed, 05 Oct 2005 16:54:05 GMT http://www.erh.noaa.gov/mhx/Leadership/Elardo10-5-2005.html