It'll be windy in Columbus County this weekend | News

COLUMBUS COUNTY, NC (WECT) – Now a category one system, Hurricane Sandy has undergone some weakening as it emerges over the open ocean yet again north of the Bahamas near the Florida coastline. 

Friday will be one of the most unsettling days as the general direction of Sandy will be in a line straight for the Carolina coastline.  However, the system is likely to get caught up in an advancing cold front that should, in the next 24 hours, move Sandy back to the east – out over the open ocean.

The current National Hurricane Center forecast track, brings the system close enough to the coast to at minimum cause big waves, erosion issues and breezy coastal conditions. Heavy rain will likely be a concern too near the coast, although it is too early to forecast specific amounts.

Residents in Columbus County can expect breezy conditions on Friday (15-20 mph) with gusty winds (around 30+ mph) on Saturday through Monday. ½” to 2 inches of rain could be possible.

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