Effective June 1, MCAS Beaufort will be in Tropical Cyclone Condition V for Hurricane season until Nov. 30. There are currently no threats. Because of El Nino conditions, it is likely to be a below average tropical cyclone season for the Atlantic. NOAA is predicting 6-11 named storms, 3-6 hurricanes and 0-2 major hurricanes. Monitor your local weather sources and be prepared!
If there are any concerns or needed weather support during this transition, please contact the MCAS Beaufort METOC office at DSN: 335-7904/7927, COM: (843)228-7904/7927, or email at BFRT_METOC_FORECASTER@USMC.MIL. The hours of operation for the METOC services Monday to Friday 6 a.m. to 5 p.m., services are unavailable weekends and holidays.
For additional support after hours or during the holidays, please contact the Regional METOC Center (RMC) at DSN: 582-7600/8507/2523/2346, COM: (252)466-7600/8507/2523/2346, or email at MCIEAST_METOC_CENTER@USMC.MIL.