The story of Pine Knoll Shores would not be
complete without a discussion of tropical storms. In fairly recent history,
meteorologists have established June 1 to November 30 as hurricane season on
the east coast. However, over the years, actual tropical events coming within
75 miles of Bogue Banks have fallen into periods of activity and periods of
inactivity. The following discussion does not include nor’easters or general
low-pressure periods that bring heavy rains, often with thunder and lightning.
It begins with a definition of terms.
