Coastal Flood Warnings/Watches/Statements Issued by NWS Newport/Morehead, NC
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Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
327 PM EDT Tue Mar 26 2024
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Ocracoke Island-
327 PM EDT Tue Mar 26 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 6
to 8 feet in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up
to 2 feet of inundation above ground level expected in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Ocracoke Island.
* WHEN...Until 11 AM EDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Up to 2 feet of inundation above ground level
primarily oceanside areas with vulnerable dune structures
resulting in the possibility of flooding of lots, parks, and
roads with only isolated road closures expected. NCDOT is
reporting that NC 12 on the northern end of Ocracoke Island
remains closed due to ocean overwash and dangerous driving
conditions. The next high tides will occur around 9 PM tonight
and 930 AM Wednesday. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions
and localized beach erosion will also occur.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
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NCZ203-205-270900-
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Northern Outer Banks-Hatteras Island-
327 PM EDT Tue Mar 26 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to 2 feet of
inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines
and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking
waves of 8 to 12 feet in the surf zone.
* WHERE...Northern Outer Banks and Hatteras Island.
* WHEN...Until 11 AM EDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Up to 2 feet of inundation above ground level
primarily oceanside areas with vulnerable dune structures
resulting in the possibility of flooding of lots, parks, and
roads with only isolated road closures expected. Ocean overwash
reported from Pea Island down through Rodanthe and Buxton with
this mornings high tide. The next high tides will occur around 9
PM tonight and 930 AM Wednesday. Dangerous swimming and surfing
conditions and localized beach erosion will also occur.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
&&
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East Carteret-
327 PM EDT Tue Mar 26 2024
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...
* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 6 to 8 feet in the surf zone.
* WHERE...Core Banks beaches.
* WHEN...Until 11 AM EDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and
localized beach erosion.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
&&
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