Tropical Storm — Eastern Hyde, North Carolina

2008-09-05 · Eastern Hyde, North Carolina

Event narrative

Storm surge was estimated at 1 to 2 feet resulting in minor beach erosion. Winds of 50 to 60 mph resulted in sporadic power outages.

Wider weather episode

Tropical Storm Hanna moved across eastern North Carolina during the morning hours on September 6th resulting in minor storm surge, beach erosion, and wind damage. Storm surge along the coast was estimated at 2 to 3 feet. Water levels rose 2 to 4 feet above normal along the lower reaches of the Neuse River and 4.5 feet above normal along the Pamlico River in Washington. Wind gusts near 60 mph resulted in sporadic power outages with some trees and power lines down.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 139262. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.