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Tropical Storm — Western Currituck, North Carolina

2008-09-06 · Western Currituck, North Carolina

$10K

Property damage

Event narrative

Tropical Storm Hanna produced heavy rain and gusty winds across much of the county. Several trees were downed.

Wider weather episode

Tropical Storm Hanna affected much of northeast North Carolina during Saturday, September 6th. Storm total rainfall ranged from around one inch to just below three inches. The highest sustained wind of 38 knots (44 mph) with a peak gust of 43 knots (49 mph) was recorded at Duck Pier. A sustained wind of 32 knots (37 mph) and a peak gust of 46 knots (53 mph) was recorded at Elizabeth City. Coastal storm tides near 1 foot or less above astronomical tide levels were common, with only minor beach erosion reported. Near the coast, as well as inland, tropical storm winds knocked down numerous trees and power lines, as well as caused minor structural damage. No fatalities or injuries were attributed to the winds.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 136685. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.