August 30, 2023

The National Weather Service has issued a tornado warning for parts of Brunswick County, North Carolina, including Oak Island, Boiling Spring Lakes, and Saint James. The warning is effective from 6:15 p.m. until 6:45 p.m.

Residents in the affected areas are advised to stay indoors and take precautions to ensure their safety. It is crucial to seek shelter in a windowless interior room on the lowest level of their homes, such as a basement or bathroom, away from doors and windows.

Live coverage of the warning can be accessed through the provided live stream.

Tornado warnings alert individuals to the immediate threat of a tornado and are more urgent than tornado watches, which indicate that conditions are favorable for tornado formation.

Please stay tuned to local news and weather updates for the latest information on the tornado warning. Follow any instructions given by local authorities to ensure your safety.

We will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.

Stay safe, Brunswick County!