Hanna nearing coast

Hanna nearing North Carolina. NOAA

At 10pm Tropical Storm Hanna was very near the Carolina coast south of Wilmington. Winds in the region have been reported in the 30-40mph range. Tropical Storm Wind Warnings are in effect northward to southern New England. Heavy rain is expected in Nova Scotia as well. The statement from the Canadian Hurricane Centre can be read here... http://www.weatheroffice.gc.ca/hurricane/statements_e.html

A tornado watch is in effect for the eastern Carolina's. Scattered tornadoes are possible as the circulation of Hanna moves inland. A second landfall is possible Saturday along Long Island, NY. The good news is Hanna will be a fast moving storm, so rainfall should be limited to 2-4 inches in most areas.

Ike is still forecast to be a major hurricane. We will look at Ike on Saturday as well as an update on Hanna and Gustav's final damage tally.