Coastal Flood Warnings/Watches/Statements
Issued by NWS Newport/Morehead, NC
Issued by NWS Newport/Morehead, NC
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Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
822 PM EDT Mon Oct 13 2025
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Ocracoke Island-
822 PM EDT Mon Oct 13 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EDT
TUESDAY...
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TUESDAY TO
8 AM EDT WEDNESDAY...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, up to 2 to 3 feet of
inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Areas along the beaches, Pamlico Sound, and adjacent
tidal creeks.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 11 AM EDT
Tuesday. For the Coastal Flood Warning, from 11 AM Tuesday to
8 AM EDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...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.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Tonight, water levels rises of 1 to 2 feet
will be possible around times of high tide. However, as we get
into Tuesday afternoon, a combination of strong northerly winds
and already battered and weakened dune and other oceanside
structures will bring the potential of more significant impacts
to Ocracoke Island, Tuesday afternoon and overnight high tides
where 2 to 3 feet of inundation will be possible. Additionally,
minor soundside flooding is expected to last through at least
Wednesday.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If
travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through
water of unknown depth.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Ocracoke Inlet NC
MLLW Categories - Minor 3.0 ft, Moderate 4.0 ft, Major 5.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.9 ft, Moderate 2.9 ft, Major 4.4 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
14/02 AM 2.8 1.7 1.9 2 None
14/02 PM 3.2 2.1 2.2 2 Minor
15/03 AM 3.0 1.9 2.0 2 Minor
15/03 PM 3.2 2.1 2.2 2 Minor
16/04 AM 3.1 2.0 2.1 2 Minor
&&
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Hatteras Island-
822 PM EDT Mon Oct 13 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM EDT TUESDAY
THROUGH TUESDAY EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, up to 2 to 4 feet of
inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines
and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking
waves of 7 to 10 feet in the surf zone. For the Beach Hazards
Statement, dangerous rip currents, large breaking waves
expected, and strong longshore currents in the surf zone.
* WHERE...Hatteras Island.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Warning, until 8 AM EDT
Wednesday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, from 8 AM EDT
Tuesday through Tuesday evening.
* IMPACTS...Up to 2 to 4 feet of inundation above ground level is
possible in some areas near shorelines and tidal waterways
resulting in an elevated threat of property damage. Flooding
will extend inland from the waterfront threatening some homes
and businesses. Numerous road closures and flooding of vehicles
will be possible, including portions of NC 12. Dangerous
swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip
currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into
deeper water. Dangerous shore break can throw a swimmer or
surfer head first into the bottom causing neck and back
injuries. Strong longshore currents will create dangerous
swimming conditions.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Tonight, water levels rises of 2 to 3 feet
will be possible around times of high tide. However, as we get
into Tuesday afternoon, a combination of strong northerly winds,
wave run up, and already battered and weakened dune and other
oceanside structures will bring the potential of more
significant impacts to Hatteras Island, mostly north of Cape
Hatteras, tomorrow afternoon and overnight (Tuesday 10/14) high
tides. Additionally, minor soundside flooding likely Tuesday
into Wednesday.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If
travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through
water of unknown depth.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
Life-threatening rip currents. If caught in a rip current, remain
calm. Swim in a direction following the shoreline. If tired,
float or tread water until out of the rip current. If unable to
escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.
Shore break occurs when waves break directly on the beach. It is
extremely important to protect your head and neck whenever you
are in breaking waves by keeping your hands in front of you at
all times.
Strong longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip
currents, piers, jetties and other hazardous areas. In many
cases, the longshore current is strong enough to prevent swimmers
from being able to keep their feet on the bottom making it
difficult to return to shore.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Coast Guard Hatteras NC
MLLW Categories - Minor 2.5 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 4.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.3 ft, Moderate 2.3 ft, Major 3.3 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
13/03 PM 2.6 1.4 1.9 2-3 Minor
14/02 AM 2.7 1.5 2.1 2 Minor
14/03 PM 3.0 1.8 2.3 3 Minor
15/04 AM 2.8 1.6 2.2 3 Minor
15/04 PM 2.7 1.5 2.0 2 Minor
16/05 AM 2.6 1.4 2.0 2 Minor
&&
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Northern Outer Banks-
822 PM EDT Mon Oct 13 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM EDT TUESDAY
THROUGH TUESDAY EVENING...
* 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 6 to 10 feet in the surf zone. For the Beach Hazards
Statement, dangerous rip currents, large breaking waves
expected, and strong longshore currents in the surf zone.
* WHERE...Northern Outer Banks.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 8 AM EDT
Wednesday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, from 8 AM EDT
Tuesday through Tuesday evening.
* IMPACTS...1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level is
possible in some areas near shorelines and tidal waterways
resulting in an elevated threat of property damage. Flooding
will extend inland from the waterfront threatening some homes
and businesses. Numerous road closures and flooding of vehicles
will be possible. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and
localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best
swimmers away from shore into deeper water. Strong longshore
currents will create dangerous swimming conditions.
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.
Life-threatening rip currents. If caught in a rip current, remain
calm. Swim in a direction following the shoreline. If tired,
float or tread water until out of the rip current. If unable to
escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.
Shore break occurs when waves break directly on the beach. It is
extremely important to protect your head and neck whenever you
are in breaking waves by keeping your hands in front of you at
all times.
Strong longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip
currents, piers, jetties and other hazardous areas. In many
cases, the longshore current is strong enough to prevent swimmers
from being able to keep their feet on the bottom making it
difficult to return to shore.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Duck NC
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.5 ft, Moderate 6.0 ft, Major 6.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.8 ft, Moderate 2.3 ft, Major 2.8 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
14/02 AM 4.6 0.9 1.5 6 None
14/02 PM 6.0 2.3 2.2 6-7 Moderate
15/03 AM 5.5 1.8 2.3 7-8 Minor
15/04 PM 5.5 1.8 1.8 6-7 Minor
16/04 AM 5.0 1.3 1.7 6-7 None
&&
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East Carteret-
822 PM EDT Mon Oct 13 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT
WEDNESDAY...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to 1 to 2 feet of
inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines
and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Areas along the lower Neuse River, Pamlico, Core and
Back Sounds, and adjacent tidal creeks.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Up to 1 to 2 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.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Beaufort Marine Lab NC
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.0 ft, Moderate 5.5 ft, Major 6.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor -0.8 ft, Moderate -0.3 ft, Major 0.7 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
14/02 AM 4.2 -1.6 1.1 1 None
14/03 PM 4.6 -1.2 0.8 1 None
15/03 AM 4.5 -1.3 1.4 1 None
15/04 PM 5.1 -0.7 1.4 1 Minor
16/04 AM 4.4 -1.4 1.2 1 None
&&
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West Carteret-Coastal Onslow-
822 PM EDT Mon Oct 13 2025
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT HAS EXPIRED...
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Pamlico-Southern Craven-
822 PM EDT Mon Oct 13 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT
WEDNESDAY...
* WHAT...Up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level in
low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Areas along the Pamlico Sound, Trent, Bay and lower
Neuse Rivers, and adjacent tidal creeks.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Up to 1 to 2 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.
&&
$$