...A STRONG THUNDERSTORM APPROACHING THE WATERS...
The areas affected include...
Pamlico and Pungo Rivers...
At 448 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable
of producing winds to around 30 knots and small hail. This
thunderstorm was located near Bath, moving south at 10 knots.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Mariners can expect gusty winds to around 30 knots, locally higher
waves, lightning strikes, and heavy downpours. Boaters should seek
safe harbor immediately until this storm passes.
This a strong thunderstorm will likely produce winds to around 30
knots, and could pose a serious hazard for boaters. A special marine
warning may eventually be required when this storm reaches the
nearshore waters. Boaters should consider heading for shore before
the storm arrives.
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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East Carolina’s Dixon Williams chases Charlotte’s Brandon Stahlman during a rundown on Saturday at Clark-LeClair Stadium. Williams played a key role in the Pirates’ 13-inning win at William & Mary on Tuesday night.
East Carolina's Dixon Williams reaches for a ground ball against Charlotte last weekend at Clark-LeClair Stadium. The Pirates earned a road win in 13 innings over William & Mary on Tuesda.
East Carolina’s Dixon Williams chases Charlotte’s Brandon Stahlman during a rundown on Saturday at Clark-LeClair Stadium. Williams played a key role in the Pirates’ 13-inning win at William & Mary on Tuesday night.
Scott Davis for The Daily Reflector
East Carolina's Dixon Williams reaches for a ground ball against Charlotte last weekend at Clark-LeClair Stadium. The Pirates earned a road win in 13 innings over William & Mary on Tuesda.
East Carolina erupted for four runs in the top of the first inning on Tuesday, but it was nowhere near enough as host William & Mary showed it had a response for everything in what was a wild midweek game in Williamsburg, Va.
The Pirates needed 13 innings to earn a 14-13 win, their seventh consecutive midweek win.
