5 products issued by NWS for: Beaufort NC
Beach Hazards Statement
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
502 AM EDT Sat Oct 17 2026
NCZ196-172115-
/O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0007.261017T2100Z-261020T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.SU.Y.0008.261018T0400Z-261020T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.BH.S.0070.261017T1200Z-261018T0000Z/
East Carteret-
502 AM EDT Sat Oct 17 2026
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM EDT THIS
MORNING THROUGH THIS EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO 8 PM EDT MONDAY...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
8 PM EDT MONDAY...
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, strong longshore
currents in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up
to 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 7 to 10 feet
expected in the surf zone.
* WHERE...East Carteret County.
* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, from 8 AM EDT this
morning through this evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory,
from 5 PM this afternoon to 8 PM EDT Monday. For the High Surf
Advisory, from midnight tonight to 8 PM EDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Up to 2 to 3 feet of inundation above ground level
is expected 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. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions
and localized beach erosion. 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.
&&
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
17/01 PM 3.7 -2.1 0.2 1 None
18/02 AM 4.1 -1.7 1.3 1 None
18/02 PM 5.3 -0.5 1.9 1-2 Minor
19/02 AM 4.6 -1.2 1.8 1 None
19/03 PM 5.0 -0.8 1.6 1 Minor
&&
$$
High Surf Advisory
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
502 AM EDT Sat Oct 17 2026
NCZ196-172115-
/O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0007.261017T2100Z-261020T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.SU.Y.0008.261018T0400Z-261020T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.BH.S.0070.261017T1200Z-261018T0000Z/
East Carteret-
502 AM EDT Sat Oct 17 2026
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM EDT THIS
MORNING THROUGH THIS EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO 8 PM EDT MONDAY...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
8 PM EDT MONDAY...
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, strong longshore
currents in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up
to 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 7 to 10 feet
expected in the surf zone.
* WHERE...East Carteret County.
* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, from 8 AM EDT this
morning through this evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory,
from 5 PM this afternoon to 8 PM EDT Monday. For the High Surf
Advisory, from midnight tonight to 8 PM EDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Up to 2 to 3 feet of inundation above ground level
is expected 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. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions
and localized beach erosion. 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.
&&
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
17/01 PM 3.7 -2.1 0.2 1 None
18/02 AM 4.1 -1.7 1.3 1 None
18/02 PM 5.3 -0.5 1.9 1-2 Minor
19/02 AM 4.6 -1.2 1.8 1 None
19/03 PM 5.0 -0.8 1.6 1 Minor
&&
$$
Coastal Flood Advisory
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
502 AM EDT Sat Oct 17 2026
NCZ196-172115-
/O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0007.261017T2100Z-261020T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.SU.Y.0008.261018T0400Z-261020T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.BH.S.0070.261017T1200Z-261018T0000Z/
East Carteret-
502 AM EDT Sat Oct 17 2026
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM EDT THIS
MORNING THROUGH THIS EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO 8 PM EDT MONDAY...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
8 PM EDT MONDAY...
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, strong longshore
currents in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up
to 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 7 to 10 feet
expected in the surf zone.
* WHERE...East Carteret County.
* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, from 8 AM EDT this
morning through this evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory,
from 5 PM this afternoon to 8 PM EDT Monday. For the High Surf
Advisory, from midnight tonight to 8 PM EDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Up to 2 to 3 feet of inundation above ground level
is expected 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. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions
and localized beach erosion. 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.
&&
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
17/01 PM 3.7 -2.1 0.2 1 None
18/02 AM 4.1 -1.7 1.3 1 None
18/02 PM 5.3 -0.5 1.9 1-2 Minor
19/02 AM 4.6 -1.2 1.8 1 None
19/03 PM 5.0 -0.8 1.6 1 Minor
&&
$$
Wind Advisory
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC 302 AM EDT Sat Oct 17 2026 NCZ196-172000- /O.EXA.KMHX.WI.Y.0009.261017T1600Z-261020T0000Z/ East Carteret- Including the cities of Harkers Island, Sea Level, Cedar Island, and Beaufort 302 AM EDT Sat Oct 17 2026 ...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 8 PM EDT MONDAY... * WHAT...North winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...East Carteret County. * WHEN...From noon today to 8 PM EDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This will be a long duration wind event, likely extending beyond 8 PM Monday. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure outdoor objects. && $$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
Hazardous Weather Outlook National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC 850 PM EDT Fri Oct 16 2026 NCZ196-180100- East Carteret- 850 PM EDT Fri Oct 16 2026 ...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM EDT SATURDAY THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING... ...MODERATE RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM EDT SATURDAY THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING... ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM SATURDAY TO 8 PM EDT MONDAY... ...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE SUNDAY NIGHT... ...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT SATURDAY NIGHT TO 8 PM EDT MONDAY... This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for eastern North Carolina. .DAY ONE...Tonight. Hazardous weather is not expected at this time. .DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Saturday through Thursday. Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the Internet for more information about the following hazards. Moderate Rip Current Risk. Beach Hazards Statement. Coastal Flood Advisory. High Wind Watch. High Surf Advisory. .SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT... Spotter activation is not expected at this time. $$