Tropical Storm Isaias is continuing to march northward this morning at 9 mph. Winds are currently 70 mph with a minimum pressure of 995 mb. Isaias continues to battle upper level wind shear; however, the shear is expected to decrease later today.
The latest forecast has Isaias strengthening under the warm Gulf Stream to a Category 1 hurricane at landfall, which is expected near the North Carolina/South Carolina border late tonight or early tomorrow. Hurricane Warnings have been issued for Brunswick, New Hanover, and Pender Counties in eastern NC. Many counties in eastern NC remain under a Tropical Storm Warning.
On top of hurricane force wind gusts, a storm surge of up to 5 feet is expected for portions of the Carolina coastline. Additionally, up to 8 inches of rain is possible as Isaias moves quickly northward. Be sure to remain weather aware today, tonight, and tomorrow!
