Portions of the Carolinas now under storm surge, hurricane watches ahead of Florence

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The National Hurricane Center provided a complete undated forecast for Hurricane Florence at 11 a.m. Eastern time.

A storm surge watch means there is a possibility rising water could move inland from the coastline, creating life-threatening conditions. This watch remains in effect for at least the next 48 hours.

A hurricane watch is generally issued 48 before the first tropical-storm-force winds are anticipated. It signals to residents that it is time to make outside preparations before doing so becomes dangerous.

 

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