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
921 AM EDT Fri Mar 22 2024
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West Carteret-Coastal Onslow-
921 AM EDT Fri Mar 22 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 6 PM EDT
SATURDAY...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 6 PM EDT
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, 1 to 2 feet of inundation
above ground level expected in low- lying areas near shorelines
and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking
waves of 8 to 10 feet expected in the surf zone.
* WHERE...West Carteret and Coastal Onslow Counties.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 5 AM to 6 PM EDT
Saturday. For the High Surf Advisory, from 8 AM to 6 PM EDT
Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only
isolated road closures expected. Dangerous swimming and
surfing conditions and localized beach erosion.
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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NCZ196-230130-
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/O.CON.KMHX.SU.Y.0005.240323T0900Z-240324T0300Z/
East Carteret-
921 AM EDT Fri Mar 22 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 8 PM
EDT SATURDAY...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 11 PM EDT
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, 1 to 2 feet of inundation
above ground level expected in low- lying areas near shorelines
and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking
waves of 8 to 12 feet expected in the surf zone.
* WHERE...East Carteret County.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from midnight tonight
to 8 PM EDT Saturday. For the High Surf Advisory, from 5 AM to
11 PM EDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only
isolated road closures expected. Dangerous swimming and
surfing conditions and localized beach erosion.
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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NCZ204-230130-
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/O.CON.KMHX.SU.Y.0005.240323T0900Z-240324T0300Z/
Ocracoke Island-
921 AM EDT Fri Mar 22 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO
11 PM EDT SATURDAY...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 11 PM EDT
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, 2 to 3 feet of
inundation above ground level expected in low- lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory,
large breaking waves of 8 to 12 feet expected in the surf zone.
* WHERE...Greatest impacts expected along portions of NC-12 on the
northern end of Ocracoke Island where dune structures are most
vulnerable.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 8 PM this evening
to 11 PM EDT Saturday. For the High Surf Advisory, from 5 AM
to 11 PM EDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and NC-12 may become
inundated with closures possible. Dangerous swimming and
surfing conditions and localized beach erosion.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The combination of large breaking waves and
high water levels will lead to a risk of ocean overwash across
the vulnerable portions of Ocracoke Island. Up to 2 to 3 feet
of inundation above ground level is possible in low- lying areas
near shorelines and tidal waterways resulting in a low threat
of property damage. Some roads and low lying property including
parking lots, parks, lawns, and homes adjacent to the waterfront
will experience shallow flooding.
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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NCZ205-230130-
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/O.CON.KMHX.SU.Y.0005.240323T1200Z-240324T0000Z/
Hatteras Island-
921 AM EDT Fri Mar 22 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 8 PM
EDT SATURDAY...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 8 PM EDT
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, 1 to 2 feet of
inundation above ground level expected in low- lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory,
large breaking waves of 7 to 14 feet expected in the surf zone.
* WHERE...Hatteras Island.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from midnight tonight
to 8 PM EDT Saturday. For the High Surf Advisory, from 8 AM to
8 PM EDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only
isolated road closures expected. Dangerous swimming and
surfing conditions and localized beach erosion.
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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Mainland Dare-Beaufort-Mainland Hyde-Pamlico-
921 AM EDT Fri Mar 22 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 6 PM EDT
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level expected in
low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways..
* WHERE...Areas along the Pamlico Sound, Pamlico and Pungo
Rivers, and adjacent tidal creeks.
* WHEN...From 5 AM to 6 PM EDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only
isolated road closures expected.
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.
&&
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