Storm Warning 2, NWS Newport/Morehead City, NC

800 
WHUS72 KMHX 061206
MWWMHX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
706 AM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

AMZ135-070015-
/O.CAN.KMHX.SC.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-260206T1300Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0009.260207T0500Z-260208T1500Z/
Pamlico Sound-
706 AM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 10 AM
EST SUNDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and 
  extremely rough waters expected.

* WHERE...Pamlico Sound.

* WHEN...From midnight tonight to 10 AM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ158-070015-
/O.CON.KMHX.SC.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-260206T1600Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0009.260207T0300Z-260208T1500Z/
S of Cape Lookout to N of Surf City NC out 20 nm-
706 AM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EST THIS
MORNING...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO
10 AM EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, seas 4 to 6 ft. For the 
  Gale Warning, northwest winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 
  kt and seas 5 to 8 ft expected.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Cape Lookout to Surf City.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 11 AM EST this 
  morning. For the Gale Warning, from 10 PM this evening to 10 
  AM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ131-230-231-070015-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0009.260207T1000Z-260208T1200Z/
Alligator River-Albemarle Sound-Croatan and Roanoke Sounds-
706 AM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM SATURDAY TO 7 AM EST
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and 
  very rough waters expected.

* WHERE...Albemarle, Croatan, and Roanoke Sounds and the 
  Alligator River.

* WHEN...From 5 AM Saturday to 7 AM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ136-137-070015-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0009.260207T1300Z-260208T0900Z/
Pamlico and Pungo Rivers-Neuse and Bay Rivers-
706 AM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM SATURDAY TO 4 AM EST
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and 
  very rough waters expected.

* WHERE...Pamlico, Pungo, Neuse, and Bay Rivers.

* WHEN...From 8 AM Saturday to 4 AM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ150-070015-
/O.CON.KMHX.SC.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-260206T1600Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.SR.W.0002.260207T1100Z-260208T0300Z/
S of Currituck Beach Light to Oregon Inlet NC out 20 nm-
706 AM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EST THIS
MORNING...
...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 10 PM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, seas 4 to 7 ft. For the 
  Storm Warning, northwest winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 55 
  kt and seas 7 to 12 ft expected.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Duck to Oregon Inlet.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 11 AM EST this 
  morning. For the Storm Warning, from 6 AM to 10 PM EST 
  Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or 
  damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ152-070015-
/O.CON.KMHX.SC.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-260206T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.SR.W.0002.260207T1300Z-260208T0300Z/
S of Oregon Inlet to Cape Hatteras NC out 20 nm-
706 AM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST THIS
AFTERNOON...
...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 10 PM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 10 to 20 
  kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 5 to 8 ft. For the Storm 
  Warning, northwest winds 35 to 40 kt with gusts up to 50 kt 
  and seas 8 to 13 ft expected.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Oregon Inlet to Cape Hatteras.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 1 PM EST this 
  afternoon. For the Storm Warning, from 8 AM to 10 PM EST 
  Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or 
  damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ154-070015-
/O.CON.KMHX.SC.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-260206T2100Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.SR.W.0002.260207T1300Z-260208T0300Z/
S of Cape Hatteras to Ocracoke Inlet NC out 20 nm
including the Monitor National Marine Sanctuary-
706 AM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS
AFTERNOON...
...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 10 PM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 10 to 20 
  kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 5 to 8 ft. For the Storm 
  Warning, northwest winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 50 kt 
  and seas 7 to 10 ft expected.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Cape Hatteras to Ocracoke 
  Inlet.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 PM EST this 
  afternoon. For the Storm Warning, from 8 AM to 10 PM EST 
  Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or 
  damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ156-070015-
/O.CON.KMHX.SC.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-260206T1600Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.SR.W.0002.260207T1300Z-260208T0300Z/
S of Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout NC out 20 nm-
706 AM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EST THIS
MORNING...
...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 10 PM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 10 to 20 
  kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 4 to 6 ft. For the Storm 
  Warning, northwest winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 50 kt 
  and seas 6 to 9 ft expected.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 11 AM EST this 
  morning. For the Storm Warning, from 8 AM to 10 PM EST 
  Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or 
  damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

733 
WHUS72 KMHX 061554
MWWMHX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
1054 AM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

AMZ158-070400-
/O.CAN.KMHX.SC.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-260206T1600Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0009.260207T0300Z-260208T1500Z/
S of Cape Lookout to N of Surf City NC out 20 nm-
1054 AM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO
10 AM EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and 
  seas 5 to 8 ft expected.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Cape Lookout to Surf City.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 10 AM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ156-070400-
/O.CAN.KMHX.SC.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-260206T1600Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.SR.W.0002.260207T1300Z-260208T0300Z/
S of Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout NC out 20 nm-
1054 AM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 10 PM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 50 kt and 
  seas 6 to 9 ft expected.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout.

* WHEN...From 8 AM to 10 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or 
  damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ135-070400-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0009.260207T0500Z-260208T1500Z/
Pamlico Sound-
1054 AM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 10 AM
EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and 
  extremely rough waters expected.

* WHERE...Pamlico Sound.

* WHEN...From midnight tonight to 10 AM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ131-230-231-070400-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0009.260207T1000Z-260208T1200Z/
Alligator River-Albemarle Sound-Croatan and Roanoke Sounds-
1054 AM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM SATURDAY TO 7 AM EST
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and 
  very rough waters expected.

* WHERE...Albemarle, Croatan, and Roanoke Sounds and the 
  Alligator River.

* WHEN...From 5 AM Saturday to 7 AM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ136-137-070400-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0009.260207T1300Z-260208T0900Z/
Pamlico and Pungo Rivers-Neuse and Bay Rivers-
1054 AM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM SATURDAY TO 4 AM EST
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and 
  very rough waters expected.

* WHERE...Pamlico, Pungo, Neuse, and Bay Rivers.

* WHEN...From 8 AM Saturday to 4 AM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ150-070400-
/O.EXT.KMHX.SC.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-260206T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.SR.W.0002.260207T1100Z-260208T0300Z/
S of Currituck Beach Light to Oregon Inlet NC out 20 nm-
1054 AM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST THIS
AFTERNOON...
...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 10 PM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, seas 4 to 6 ft. For the 
  Storm Warning, northwest winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 55 
  kt and seas 7 to 12 ft expected.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Duck to Oregon Inlet.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 1 PM EST this 
  afternoon. For the Storm Warning, from 6 AM to 10 PM EST 
  Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or 
  damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ152-070400-
/O.CON.KMHX.SC.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-260206T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.SR.W.0002.260207T1300Z-260208T0300Z/
S of Oregon Inlet to Cape Hatteras NC out 20 nm-
1054 AM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST THIS
AFTERNOON...
...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 10 PM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, seas 5 to 7 ft. For the 
  Storm Warning, northwest winds 35 to 40 kt with gusts up to 50 
  kt and seas 8 to 13 ft expected.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Oregon Inlet to Cape Hatteras.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 1 PM EST this 
  afternoon. For the Storm Warning, from 8 AM to 10 PM EST 
  Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or 
  damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ154-070400-
/O.EXT.KMHX.SC.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-260206T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.SR.W.0002.260207T1300Z-260208T0300Z/
S of Cape Hatteras to Ocracoke Inlet NC out 20 nm
including the Monitor National Marine Sanctuary-
1054 AM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST THIS
AFTERNOON...
...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 10 PM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, seas 4 to 6 ft. For the 
  Storm Warning, northwest winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 50 
  kt and seas 7 to 10 ft expected.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Cape Hatteras to Ocracoke 
  Inlet.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 1 PM EST this 
  afternoon. For the Storm Warning, from 8 AM to 10 PM EST 
  Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or 
  damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

485 
WHUS72 KMHX 061813
MWWMHX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
113 PM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

AMZ150-070615-
/O.EXP.KMHX.SC.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-260206T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.SR.W.0002.260207T1100Z-260208T0300Z/
S of Currituck Beach Light to Oregon Inlet NC out 20 nm-
113 PM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 10 PM EST
SATURDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 55 kt and 
  seas 7 to 12 ft expected.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Duck to Oregon Inlet.

* WHEN...From 6 AM to 10 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or 
  damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ152-154-070615-
/O.EXP.KMHX.SC.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-260206T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.SR.W.0002.260207T1300Z-260208T0300Z/
S of Oregon Inlet to Cape Hatteras NC out 20 nm-
S of Cape Hatteras to Ocracoke Inlet NC out 20 nm
including the Monitor National Marine Sanctuary-
113 PM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 10 PM EST
SATURDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 50 kt and 
  seas 7 to 12 ft expected.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Oregon Inlet to Ocracoke Inlet.

* WHEN...From 8 AM to 10 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or 
  damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ158-070615-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0009.260207T0300Z-260208T1500Z/
S of Cape Lookout to N of Surf City NC out 20 nm-
113 PM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO
10 AM EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and 
  seas 5 to 8 ft expected.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Cape Lookout to Surf City.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 10 AM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ135-070615-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0009.260207T0500Z-260208T1500Z/
Pamlico Sound-
113 PM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 10 AM
EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and 
  extremely rough waters expected.

* WHERE...Pamlico Sound.

* WHEN...From midnight tonight to 10 AM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ131-230-231-070615-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0009.260207T1000Z-260208T1200Z/
Alligator River-Albemarle Sound-Croatan and Roanoke Sounds-
113 PM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM SATURDAY TO 7 AM EST
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and 
  very rough waters expected.

* WHERE...Albemarle, Croatan, and Roanoke Sounds and the 
  Alligator River.

* WHEN...From 5 AM Saturday to 7 AM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ136-137-070615-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0009.260207T1300Z-260208T0900Z/
Pamlico and Pungo Rivers-Neuse and Bay Rivers-
113 PM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM SATURDAY TO 4 AM EST
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and 
  very rough waters expected.

* WHERE...Pamlico, Pungo, Neuse, and Bay Rivers.

* WHEN...From 8 AM Saturday to 4 AM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ156-070615-
/O.CON.KMHX.SR.W.0002.260207T1300Z-260208T0300Z/
S of Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout NC out 20 nm-
113 PM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 10 PM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 50 kt and 
  seas 6 to 9 ft expected.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout.

* WHEN...From 8 AM to 10 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or 
  damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

325 
WHUS72 KMHX 062040
MWWMHX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
340 PM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

AMZ158-070930-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0009.260207T0300Z-260208T1500Z/
S of Cape Lookout to N of Surf City NC out 20 nm-
340 PM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO
10 AM EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and 
  seas 5 to 8 ft expected.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Cape Lookout to Surf City.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 10 AM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ135-070930-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0009.260207T0500Z-260208T1500Z/
Pamlico Sound-
340 PM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 10 AM
EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and 
  extremely rough waters expected.

* WHERE...Pamlico Sound.

* WHEN...From midnight tonight to 10 AM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ131-230-231-070930-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0009.260207T1000Z-260208T1200Z/
Alligator River-Albemarle Sound-Croatan and Roanoke Sounds-
340 PM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM SATURDAY TO 7 AM EST
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and 
  very rough waters expected.

* WHERE...Albemarle, Croatan, and Roanoke Sounds and the 
  Alligator River.

* WHEN...From 5 AM Saturday to 7 AM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ136-137-070930-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0009.260207T1300Z-260208T0900Z/
Pamlico and Pungo Rivers-Neuse and Bay Rivers-
340 PM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM SATURDAY TO 4 AM EST
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and 
  very rough waters expected.

* WHERE...Pamlico, Pungo, Neuse, and Bay Rivers.

* WHEN...From 8 AM Saturday to 4 AM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ150-070930-
/O.CON.KMHX.SR.W.0002.260207T1100Z-260208T0300Z/
S of Currituck Beach Light to Oregon Inlet NC out 20 nm-
340 PM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 10 PM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 55 kt and 
  seas 7 to 12 ft expected.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Duck to Oregon Inlet.

* WHEN...From 6 AM to 10 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or 
  damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ152-154-156-070930-
/O.CON.KMHX.SR.W.0002.260207T1300Z-260208T0300Z/
S of Oregon Inlet to Cape Hatteras NC out 20 nm-
S of Cape Hatteras to Ocracoke Inlet NC out 20 nm
including the Monitor National Marine Sanctuary-
S of Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout NC out 20 nm-
340 PM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 10 PM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 50 kt and 
  seas 6 to 11 ft expected.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Oregon Inlet to Cape Lookout.

* WHEN...From 8 AM to 10 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or 
  damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

789 
WHUS72 KMHX 070628
MWWMHX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
128 AM EST Sat Feb 7 2026

AMZ135-071830-
/O.CAN.KMHX.GL.W.0009.000000T0000Z-260208T1500Z/
/O.NEW.KMHX.GL.W.0010.260207T0900Z-260208T2000Z/
Pamlico Sound-
128 AM EST Sat Feb 7 2026

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and 
  extremely rough waters expected.

* WHERE...Pamlico Sound.

* WHEN...Until 3 PM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ156-071830-
/O.EXB.KMHX.GL.W.0009.260207T0628Z-260208T1800Z/
/O.CAN.KMHX.SR.W.0002.260207T1300Z-260208T0300Z/
S of Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout NC out 20 nm-
128 AM EST Sat Feb 7 2026

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST SUNDAY...
...STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and 
  seas 6 to 9 ft.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ131-230-231-071830-
/O.EXT.KMHX.GL.W.0009.260207T1100Z-260208T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KMHX.UP.Y.0001.260207T2200Z-260208T1700Z/
Alligator River-Albemarle Sound-Croatan and Roanoke Sounds-
128 AM EST Sat Feb 7 2026

...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM THIS MORNING TO 1 PM EST
SUNDAY...
...FREEZING SPRAY ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
NOON EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with 
  gusts up to 40 kt and very rough waters expected. For the 
  Freezing Spray Advisory, moderate accumulation of freezing 
  spray expected.

* WHERE...Albemarle, Croatan, and Roanoke Sounds and the 
  Alligator River.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 6 AM this morning to 1 PM 
  EST Sunday. For the Freezing Spray Advisory, from 5 PM this 
  afternoon to noon EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in freezing spray is hazardous. 
  Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic components 
  inoperative. Ice accretion on decks and superstructures may 
  result in some loss of stability. Strong winds will cause 
  hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and 
  reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should prepare for ice accumulation on their vessel and
consider altering plans to avoid or mitigate these hazardous
conditions.

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ158-071830-
/O.EXT.KMHX.GL.W.0009.000000T0000Z-260208T1200Z/
S of Cape Lookout to N of Surf City NC out 20 nm-
128 AM EST Sat Feb 7 2026

...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and 
  seas 5 to 8 ft.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Cape Lookout to Surf City.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ136-137-071830-
/O.EXT.KMHX.GL.W.0009.260207T1300Z-260208T0600Z/
Pamlico and Pungo Rivers-Neuse and Bay Rivers-
128 AM EST Sat Feb 7 2026

...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM THIS MORNING TO 1 AM EST
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and 
  very rough waters expected.

* WHERE...Pamlico, Pungo, Neuse, and Bay Rivers.

* WHEN...From 8 AM this morning to 1 AM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ150-071830-
/O.EXT.KMHX.SR.W.0002.260207T1100Z-260208T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KMHX.UP.Y.0001.260207T2200Z-260208T1700Z/
S of Currituck Beach Light to Oregon Inlet NC out 20 nm-
128 AM EST Sat Feb 7 2026

...STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM THIS MORNING TO 1 AM EST
SUNDAY...
...FREEZING SPRAY ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
NOON EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...For the Storm Warning, northwest winds 30 to 40 kt with 
  gusts up to 50 kt and seas 7 to 12 ft expected. For the 
  Freezing Spray Advisory, moderate accumulation of freezing 
  spray expected.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Duck to Oregon Inlet.

* WHEN...For the Storm Warning, from 6 AM this morning to 1 AM 
  EST Sunday. For the Freezing Spray Advisory, from 5 PM this 
  afternoon to noon EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in freezing spray is hazardous. 
  Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic components 
  inoperative. Ice accretion on decks and superstructures may 
  result in some loss of stability. Storm force winds and 
  hazardous seas will capsize or damage vessels and reduce 
  visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should prepare for ice accumulation on their vessel and
consider altering plans to avoid or mitigate these hazardous
conditions.

Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ152-154-071830-
/O.EXT.KMHX.SR.W.0002.260207T1300Z-260208T0600Z/
S of Oregon Inlet to Cape Hatteras NC out 20 nm-
S of Cape Hatteras to Ocracoke Inlet NC out 20 nm
including the Monitor National Marine Sanctuary-
128 AM EST Sat Feb 7 2026

...STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM THIS MORNING TO 1 AM EST
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 50 kt and 
  seas 7 to 12 ft expected.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Oregon Inlet to Ocracoke Inlet.

* WHEN...From 8 AM this morning to 1 AM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or 
  damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

974 
WHUS72 KMHX 071741
MWWMHX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
1241 PM EST Sat Feb 7 2026

AMZ150-080545-
/O.CAN.KMHX.SR.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260208T0600Z/
/O.EXA.KMHX.GL.W.0009.000000T0000Z-260208T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.UP.Y.0001.260207T2200Z-260208T1700Z/
S of Currituck Beach Light to Oregon Inlet NC out 20 nm-
1241 PM EST Sat Feb 7 2026

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST SUNDAY...
...FREEZING SPRAY ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO NOON EST SUNDAY...
...STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 25 to 35 kt with 
  gusts up to 45 kt and seas 7 to 11 ft. For the Freezing Spray 
  Advisory, moderate accumulation of freezing spray expected.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Duck to Oregon Inlet.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 1 PM EST Sunday. For the 
  Freezing Spray Advisory, from 5 PM this afternoon to noon EST 
  Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in freezing spray is hazardous. 
  Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic components 
  inoperative. Ice accretion on decks and superstructures may 
  result in some loss of stability. Strong winds will cause 
  hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and 
  reduce visibility.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should prepare for ice accumulation on their vessel and
consider altering plans to avoid or mitigate these hazardous
conditions.

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ152-154-080545-
/O.CAN.KMHX.SR.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260208T0600Z/
/O.EXA.KMHX.GL.W.0009.000000T0000Z-260208T1800Z/
S of Oregon Inlet to Cape Hatteras NC out 20 nm-
S of Cape Hatteras to Ocracoke Inlet NC out 20 nm
including the Monitor National Marine Sanctuary-
1241 PM EST Sat Feb 7 2026

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST SUNDAY...
...STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and 
  seas 7 to 12 ft.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Oregon Inlet to Ocracoke Inlet.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ131-230-231-080545-
/O.EXT.KMHX.GL.W.0009.000000T0000Z-260208T1600Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.UP.Y.0001.260207T2200Z-260208T1700Z/
Alligator River-Albemarle Sound-Croatan and Roanoke Sounds-
1241 PM EST Sat Feb 7 2026

...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EST SUNDAY...
...FREEZING SPRAY ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO NOON EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with 
  gusts up to 40 kt and very rough waters. For the Freezing 
  Spray Advisory, moderate accumulation of freezing spray 
  expected.

* WHERE...Albemarle, Croatan, and Roanoke Sounds and the 
  Alligator River.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 11 AM EST Sunday. For the 
  Freezing Spray Advisory, from 5 PM this afternoon to noon EST 
  Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in freezing spray is hazardous. 
  Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic components 
  inoperative. Ice accretion on decks and superstructures may 
  result in some loss of stability. Strong winds will cause 
  hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and 
  reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should prepare for ice accumulation on their vessel and
consider altering plans to avoid or mitigate these hazardous
conditions.

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ158-080545-
/O.EXT.KMHX.GL.W.0009.000000T0000Z-260208T0900Z/
S of Cape Lookout to N of Surf City NC out 20 nm-
1241 PM EST Sat Feb 7 2026

...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and 
  seas 4 to 7 ft.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Cape Lookout to Surf City.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ135-080545-
/O.EXT.KMHX.GL.W.0010.000000T0000Z-260208T1800Z/
Pamlico Sound-
1241 PM EST Sat Feb 7 2026

...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and 
  very rough waters.

* WHERE...Pamlico Sound.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ136-137-080545-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0009.000000T0000Z-260208T0600Z/
Pamlico and Pungo Rivers-Neuse and Bay Rivers-
1241 PM EST Sat Feb 7 2026

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and 
  rough waters.

* WHERE...Pamlico, Pungo, Neuse, and Bay Rivers.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

AMZ156-080545-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0009.000000T0000Z-260208T1800Z/
S of Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout NC out 20 nm-
1241 PM EST Sat Feb 7 2026

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and 
  seas 5 to 8 ft.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
1234 AM EST Fri Feb 6 2026

.WHAT HAS CHANGED...
Increased PoPs through this evening. Wintry mix remains
possible inland into tonight.

Added Gale Watches for this weekend for waters not currently
covered by Gale Warnings.

Cold Wx Advisory also skipped due to brevity and marginality of
conditions.

&&

.KEY MESSAGES...
1) Black ice and snow/ice refreeze remains a threat to travel,
though lesser impacts are expected with extensive melting
yesterday.

2) Snow/sleet may still mix in to precip into this evening.

3) Potential Record Breaking cold Sunday and Monday mornings.

MARINE...Gale Warnings are up for coastal waters S of Oregon
Inlet with SCAs in place across almost all of the rest of area
waters. Another period of stronger Gales expected Saturday,
Storm Force gusts possible over far outer coastal waters.

&&

.DISCUSSION...
KEY MESSAGE 1...Though we've seen extensive melting of the snow
pack yesterday from a combination of rain and warm temperatures,
there remains a threat to black ice and snow/ice refreezing the
next few days as temperatures drop well below freezing at night.
Have opted not to issue SPS for black ice tomorrow morning with
coverage expected to be spotty, but even one patch can cause
issues. Early morning drivers FRI should use extra caution,
especially in areas that saw rain today, near bridges, and
areas next to accumulations of snow that melted some more today.
Evening shift may still opt to issue an SPS for this threat.

Key Message 2...Earlier model runs had precip ceasing a few
hours ago but light returns remain on radar as moisture flowing
in stout mid and upper level trough continues to slide over the
incoming SFC high in the wake of the front. Have increased PoPs
to the SChc- Chc range for the vast majority of the FA. This
means that wintry mix of precip remains possible across the area
into tonight with little to no accumulation, and therefor
minimal impacts expected. Chances wane from W to E through this
evening. This precip threat should end as the trough axis aloft
shifts offshore after sunset. Have all land areas, including
OBX, dry from midnight onward.

Key Message 3...A series of fronts cross the area this weekend
leading to a brief warm up FRI with MaxTs getting back into the
mid to upper 40s as SFC flow shifts to prefrontal SWerly WAA
regime second half of the day. This wind shift and mostly sunny
skies should get rid of a large amount of the lingering
snowpack across the FA. Strong CAA develops behind the front
with gusty NWerly SFC winds aided by rapidly strengthening
MidLevel Jet directly overhead. This will usher in another round
of very cold air which could break Record MinTs Sun and Mon
morning. See CLIMATE section below for a few local records.

&&

.AVIATION /06Z FRIDAY THROUGH TUESDAY/...
Expect VFR conditions into Fri evening with skies clearing
before high and mid clouds begin to enter the picture again
from the NW Fri afternoon. Then as a potent mid level
disturbance dives SE'wards across the Mid-Atlantic ahead of a
front expect ceilings to begin to lower to sub-VFR ceilings as
early as Fri evening. Best chances of seeing at least MVFR
conditions are north of hwy 70, including KPGV and KISO. Further
south away from the best moisture and forcing, ceilings should
be higher. There is also a chance at some light rain and or
light snow, although have kept precip mentions out of the TAFs,
but if the trends continue will likely add them in with the 12Z
update. Winds remain light through the period generally 10 kts
or less, although LLWS concerns exist Friday night ahead of the
cold front for all terminals.

Outlook: Predominantly VFR Saturday morning behind a cold front
as high pressure builds in. Winds will be gusty Saturday,
gusting up to 35 knots out of the NW inland, up to 45 knots for
OBX. Winds ease up Saturday night into Sunday with high
overhead. Could see some lower ceilings and Tuesday as a warm
approaches the region from the south.

&&

.MARINE...
Behind a cold front winds have increased to N 15-25 kts with
gusts to 30 kts across larger inland waters, 20-30G35-40kt
coastal waters S of Oregon Inlet. Gale Warnings in effect where
appropriate. Conditions will begin to improve by early tomorrow
morning, and winds will subside quickly to NW 10-20 kts after
sunrise. Seas are mostly 6-8ft late this afternoon and will
increase slightly more until winds begin to subside after
midnight local. Waves subside to 4-6 ft by late tomorrow
morning.

Outlook: After a brief window of improving conditions, strong
winds will again develop over the coastal waters Friday night as
a strong Arctic front moves through the region. Strong Gale
conditions are expected, and will persist into Sunday morning.
Storm Force gusts possible over outer reaches of coastal waters.
Seas peak 7-12ft overnight Saturday night. Gale Watches have
been issued for waters not currently under any Gale Headlines
for this weekend.

&&

.CLIMATE...
Record low temps for 2/8 (Sunday)

LOCATION       TEMP/YEAR
New Bern         15/1947  (KEWN ASOS)
Cape Hatteras    11/1985  (KHSE ASOS)
Greenville       14/1977  (COOP - Not KPGV AWOS)
Morehead City    15/1977  (COOP - Not KMRH ASOS)
Kinston          10/1977  (COOP - Not KISO AWOS)
Jacksonville     15/1977  (NCA ASOS)

Record low temps for 2/9 (Monday)

LOCATION       TEMP/YEAR
New Bern         12/1970  (KEWN ASOS)
Cape Hatteras    15/1970  (KHSE ASOS)
Greenville       12/1934  (COOP - Not KPGV AWOS)
Morehead City    10/1970  (COOP - Not KMRH ASOS)
Kinston          16/1995  (COOP - Not KISO AWOS)
Jacksonville     18/1995  (NCA ASOS)

&&

.MHX WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
NC...None.
MARINE...Small Craft Advisory until 2 AM EST early this morning for
     AMZ131-137-230-231.
     Gale Watch from Saturday morning through Sunday morning for
     AMZ131-230-231.
     Small Craft Advisory until 7 AM EST this morning for AMZ135.
     Gale Watch from Saturday morning through Sunday morning for
     AMZ135.
     Small Craft Advisory until 9 AM EST this morning for AMZ150.
     Gale Watch from Saturday morning through Sunday morning for
     AMZ150.
     Gale Warning until 4 AM EST early this morning for AMZ152-154-
     156-158.

&&

DISCUSSION...CEB
AVIATION...RJ
MARINE...CEB

Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
408 PM EST Thu Feb 5 2026

NCZ029-044>047-079>081-090>092-094-193>196-198-199-203>205-062115-
Martin-Pitt-Washington-Tyrrell-Mainland Dare-Greene-Beaufort-
Mainland Hyde-Duplin-Lenoir-Jones-Pamlico-Northern Craven-
Southern Craven-West Carteret-East Carteret-Inland Onslow-
Coastal Onslow-Northern Outer Banks-Ocracoke Island-Hatteras Island-
408 PM EST Thu Feb 5 2026

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for eastern North Carolina.

.DAY ONE...Tonight.

Hazardous weather is not expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.

Black ice possible on roadways and pathways Friday morning. Drivers
are advised to exercise caution on early morning commutes.

Wind Chill values in the low teens to single digit range are
expected Sunday and Monday mornings.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
816 PM EST Thu Feb 5 2026

NCZ080-081-092-094-193>196-198-199-061400-
Beaufort-Mainland Hyde-Jones-Pamlico-Northern Craven-
Southern Craven-West Carteret-East Carteret-Inland Onslow-
Coastal Onslow-
Including the cities of Washington, Chocowinity, Belhaven, Bath,
Aurora, Engelhard, Fairfield, Ponzer, Scranton, Swanquarter,
Maysville, Pollocksville, Trenton, Oriental, Bayboro, Arapahoe,
Vandemere, Vanceboro, Ernul, Dover, Cove City, New Bern,
River Bend, Fairfield Harbor, Havelock, Morehead City, Newport,
Atlantic Beach, Emerald Isle, Stella, Beaufort, Harkers Island,
Sea Level, Cedar Island, Jacksonville, Richlands, Half Moon,
Swansboro, Sneads Ferry, and North Topsail Beach
816 PM EST Thu Feb 5 2026

...BLACK ICE WILL CAUSE HAZARDOUS TRAVEL CONDITIONS TONIGHT
THROUGH FRIDAY MORNING...

The mix of rain, snow, sleet, and ice pellets, has further
dampened the ground near the Crystal Coast this evening resulting
in fairly widespread wet spots across portions of Onslow to
Carteret County and areas north to Beaufort and mainland Hyde
Counties. With temps quickly forecast to fall below freezing
tonight, don't think these more widespread wet spots will dry in
time, so black ice has become a concern. This threat will last
until about 9AM before temps quickly warm above freezing and the
black ice threat greatly lowers. Biggest areas of concern will be
across bridges, overpasses, and any elevated roadways.

Thin sheets of ice, called black ice, may be difficult to see,
especially during the pre-dawn hours. They may appear to be wet
spots on the road. Motorists will have a difficult time
determining which spots are just wet and which are icy.

Motorists are advised to use extra caution. Allow ample distance
between yourself and other vehicles, to avoid the risk of a
collision if slippery conditions are encountered. Allow a little
extra time to reach your destination safely.