Team Beaufort, We want to keep you informed as we closely monitor a weather disturbance currently forming in the southwestern Atlantic. At this time, there's a chance we could see high winds, heavy rain, and rough surf along the Southeast U.S. coast as early as next week. Please remain weather-aware and continue monitoring updates through official channels and your chain of command for any changes in base operations or accountability procedures. Your safety and readiness are our top priorities.

Sheriff PJ Tanner, during a Q&A session with our media partners, encouraged Beaufort County residents and visitors to stay alert as we monitor the potential for tropical weather in the coming days. According to NOAA NWS National Hurricane Center’s 11 p.m. advisory on Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine: • Location: Near latitude 21.5N, longitude 76.0W • Movement: Northwest at 9 mph • Expected to cross the central/northwestern Bahamas this weekend and approach the Southeast U.S. coast early next week