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URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
253 AM EDT Fri Oct 23 2026

AMZ184-186-231900-
/O.NEW.KMHX.GL.W.0029.261023T2100Z-261024T0600Z/
Waters from Cape Hatteras to Ocracoke Inlet NC from 20 to 60 NM-
Waters from Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout NC from 20 to 60 NM-
253 AM EDT Fri Oct 23 2026

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 2 AM EDT
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Northeast winds 25 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and
  seas 8 to 11 ft expected.

* WHERE...The offshore waters from Cape Hatteras to Cape Lookout.

* WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 2 AM EDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
253 AM EDT Fri Oct 23 2026

AMZ188-231900-
/O.NEW.KMHX.GL.W.0029.261023T2100Z-261024T1000Z/
Waters from Cape Lookout to Surf City NC from 20 to 60 NM-
253 AM EDT Fri Oct 23 2026

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 6 AM EDT
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Northeast winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and
  seas 6 to 11 ft expected.

* WHERE...The offshore waters from Cape Lookout to Surf City.

* WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 6 AM EDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$


Coastal Flood Advisory


Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
649 AM EDT Fri Oct 23 2026

NCZ107-231400-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0075.000000T0000Z-261023T1400Z/
Inland New Hanover-
649 AM EDT Fri Oct 23 2026

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level in
  low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.

* WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown
  Wilmington.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM EDT this morning.

* IMPACTS...Portions of Battleship Road and USS North Carolina
  Road observe minor coastal flooding up to one half foot in
  depth. In downtown Wilmington, a block of Water Street
  observes minor flooding up to one quarter foot in depth.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
  average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
  flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
  other factors.

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.

Cape Fear River at Wilmington
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.5 ft, Moderate 6.8 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 0.8 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 5.3 ft

             Total      Total    Departure
 Day/Time    Tide       Tide     from Norm   Waves    Flood
            ft MLLW    ft MHHW       ft       ft      Impact
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 23/08 AM     5.9        1.2        1.1       N/A     Minor
 23/08 PM     5.7        1.0        0.9       N/A     Minor
 24/09 AM     6.0        1.3        1.0       N/A     Minor
 24/09 PM     5.7        1.0        0.9       N/A     Minor
 25/09 AM     6.2        1.5        1.0       N/A     Minor
 25/10 PM     5.7        1.0        1.0       N/A     Minor

&&

$$

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
320 AM EDT Fri Oct 23 2026

NCZ205-232015-
/O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-261024T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.BH.S.0076.261023T1200Z-261024T0000Z/
Hatteras Island-
320 AM EDT Fri Oct 23 2026

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM EDT THIS
MORNING THROUGH THIS 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 Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous
  rip currents and large breaking waves expected in the surf
  zone.

* WHERE...Hatteras Island.

* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 8 PM EDT this
  evening. For the Beach Hazards Statement, from 8 AM EDT this
  morning through this evening.

* IMPACTS...Ocean overwash impacts will improve some this morning
  as seas continue to subside. However, seas build some tonight
  through the weekend which may bring additional minor overwash in
  areas were dunes have been compromised. NC-12 between the
  Basnight Bridge and Rodanthe remains closed. Today`s high tides
  are around 545 AM this morning and 6 pm this evening. 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.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The most likely time for strong rip
  currents to occur is a couple hours either side of low tide,
  which will occur around noon today.

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.

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.

&&

$$


Small Craft Advisory


URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
253 AM EDT Fri Oct 23 2026

AMZ131-230-231900-
/O.EXA.KMHX.SC.Y.0089.261023T1900Z-261024T1200Z/
Alligator River-Albemarle Sound-
253 AM EDT Fri Oct 23 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
8 AM EDT SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Northeast winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and
  choppy waters expected.

* WHERE...Albemarle Sound and Alligator River.

* WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 8 AM EDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
253 AM EDT Fri Oct 23 2026

AMZ135-231900-
/O.EXT.KMHX.SC.Y.0089.261023T1900Z-261026T2200Z/
Pamlico Sound-
253 AM EDT Fri Oct 23 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
6 PM EDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and
  rough waters expected.

* WHERE...Pamlico Sound.

* WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 6 PM EDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
253 AM EDT Fri Oct 23 2026

AMZ137-231900-
/O.EXB.KMHX.SC.Y.0089.261023T1900Z-261026T1000Z/
Neuse and Bay Rivers-
253 AM EDT Fri Oct 23 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
6 AM EDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and
  rough waters expected.

* WHERE...Neuse and Bay Rivers.

* WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 6 AM EDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
253 AM EDT Fri Oct 23 2026

AMZ150-231900-
/O.EXT.KMHX.SC.Y.0089.000000T0000Z-261028T0000Z/
S of Currituck Beach Light to Oregon Inlet NC out 20 nm-
253 AM EDT Fri Oct 23 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and
  seas 6 to 9 ft.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Duck to Oregon Inlet.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
253 AM EDT Fri Oct 23 2026

AMZ152-154-231900-
/O.EXT.KMHX.SC.Y.0089.000000T0000Z-261028T0000Z/
S of Oregon Inlet to Cape Hatteras NC out 20 nm-
S of Cape Hatteras to Ocracoke Inlet NC out 20 nm
including the Monitor National Marine Sanctuary-
253 AM EDT Fri Oct 23 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and
  seas 7 to 10 ft.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Oregon Inlet to Ocracoke Inlet.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
253 AM EDT Fri Oct 23 2026

AMZ156-158-231900-
/O.EXT.KMHX.SC.Y.0090.261023T1800Z-261028T0000Z/
S of Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout NC out 20 nm-
S of Cape Lookout to N of Surf City NC out 20 nm-
253 AM EDT Fri Oct 23 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
8 PM EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Northeast winds 20 to 30 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft expected.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Ocracoke Inlet to Surf City.

* WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 8 PM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
253 AM EDT Fri Oct 23 2026

AMZ231-231900-
/O.CON.KMHX.SC.Y.0089.261023T1900Z-261024T1200Z/
Croatan and Roanoke Sounds-
253 AM EDT Fri Oct 23 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO 8 AM EDT SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Northeast winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and
  choppy waters expected.

* WHERE...Croatan and Roanoke Sounds.

* WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 8 AM EDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Wakefield VA
247 AM EDT Fri Oct 23 2026

ANZ633-231500-
/O.NEW.KAKQ.SC.Y.0105.261023T1900Z-261024T1100Z/
Currituck Sound-
247 AM EDT Fri Oct 23 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
7 AM EDT SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Northeast winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and
  waves 1 to 2 ft expected.

* WHERE...Currituck Sound.

* WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 7 AM EDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Wakefield VA
247 AM EDT Fri Oct 23 2026

ANZ654-656-658-231500-
/O.EXT.KAKQ.SC.Y.0103.000000T0000Z-261025T2300Z/
Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out
20 NM-Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to Virginia-
North Carolina border out 20 NM-
Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out
20 NM-
247 AM EDT Fri Oct 23 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EDT SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northeast winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and
  seas 4 to 7 ft.

* WHERE...Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles
  Light VA out 20 NM, Coastal Waters from Cape Charles Light to
  Virginia-North Carolina border out 20 NM and Coastal waters
  from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out 20 NM.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM EDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
224 AM EDT Fri Oct 23 2026

AMZ250-252-254-256-231900-
/O.CON.KILM.SC.Y.0041.261023T2200Z-261026T0000Z/
Coastal waters from Surf City to Cape Fear NC out 20 nm-
Coastal waters from Cape Fear NC to Little River Inlet SC out
20 NM-
Coastal waters from Little River Inlet to Murrells Inlet SC out
20 NM-
Coastal waters from Murrells Inlet to South Santee River SC out
20 NM-
224 AM EDT Fri Oct 23 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING
TO 8 PM EDT SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northeast winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts to 35 kt and seas
  6 to 10 ft expected.

* WHERE...Southeast North Carolina and Northeast South Carolina
  coastal waters out 20 NM.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 8 PM EDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$


Beach Hazards Statement


Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
320 AM EDT Fri Oct 23 2026

NCZ203-232015-
/O.CON.KMHX.BH.S.0076.261023T1200Z-261024T0000Z/
Northern Outer Banks-
320 AM EDT Fri Oct 23 2026

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM EDT THIS
MORNING THROUGH THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents and large breaking waves
  expected in the surf zone.

* WHERE...Northern Outer Banks beaches.

* WHEN...From 8 AM EDT this morning through this evening.

* IMPACTS...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.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The most likely time for strong rip
  currents to occur is a couple hours either side of low tide,
  which will occur around noon today.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
320 AM EDT Fri Oct 23 2026

NCZ205-232015-
/O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-261024T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.BH.S.0076.261023T1200Z-261024T0000Z/
Hatteras Island-
320 AM EDT Fri Oct 23 2026

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM EDT THIS
MORNING THROUGH THIS 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 Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous
  rip currents and large breaking waves expected in the surf
  zone.

* WHERE...Hatteras Island.

* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 8 PM EDT this
  evening. For the Beach Hazards Statement, from 8 AM EDT this
  morning through this evening.

* IMPACTS...Ocean overwash impacts will improve some this morning
  as seas continue to subside. However, seas build some tonight
  through the weekend which may bring additional minor overwash in
  areas were dunes have been compromised. NC-12 between the
  Basnight Bridge and Rodanthe remains closed. Today`s high tides
  are around 545 AM this morning and 6 pm this evening. 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.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The most likely time for strong rip
  currents to occur is a couple hours either side of low tide,
  which will occur around noon today.

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.

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.

&&

$$


Hazardous Weather Outlook


Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
812 PM EDT Thu Oct 22 2026

NCZ195-199-240015-
West Carteret-Coastal Onslow-
812 PM EDT Thu Oct 22 2026

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for eastern North Carolina.

.DAY ONE...Tonight.

Hazardous weather is not expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.

Strong high pressure building in from the north and low pressure
well off the SE coast will result in a period of breezy to strong NE
winds Friday night into the weekend, mainly along the coast. This
combined with high astronomical tides could lead to additional minor
coastal impacts (coastal flooding and rough surf) starting this
weekend.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

$$

Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
812 PM EDT Thu Oct 22 2026

NCZ196-204-240015-
East Carteret-Ocracoke Island-
812 PM EDT Thu Oct 22 2026

...MODERATE RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM EDT FRIDAY THROUGH
FRIDAY EVENING NORTH OF CAPE LOOKOUT...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for eastern North Carolina.

.DAY ONE...Tonight.

Hazardous weather is not expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.

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.

Strong high pressure building in from the north and low pressure
well off the SE coast will result in a period of breezy to strong NE
winds Friday night into the weekend, mainly along the coast. This
combined with high astronomical tides could lead to additional minor
coastal impacts (coastal flooding and rough surf) starting this
weekend.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

$$

Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
812 PM EDT Thu Oct 22 2026

NCZ203-240015-
Northern Outer Banks-
812 PM EDT Thu Oct 22 2026

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM EDT FRIDAY THROUGH
FRIDAY EVENING...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for eastern North Carolina.

.DAY ONE...Tonight.

Hazardous weather is not expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Beach Hazards Statement.

Strong high pressure building in from the north and low pressure
well off the SE coast will result in a period of breezy to strong NE
winds Friday night into the weekend, mainly along the coast. This
combined with high astronomical tides could lead to additional minor
coastal impacts (coastal flooding and rough surf) starting this
weekend.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

$$

Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
812 PM EDT Thu Oct 22 2026

NCZ205-240015-
Hatteras Island-
812 PM EDT Thu Oct 22 2026

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT FRIDAY...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM EDT FRIDAY THROUGH
FRIDAY EVENING NORTH OF CAPE HATTERAS...
...MODERATE RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM EDT FRIDAY THROUGH
FRIDAY EVENING SOUTH OF CAPE HATTERAS...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for eastern North Carolina.

.DAY ONE...Tonight.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Coastal Flood Advisory.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Coastal Flood Advisory.
   Beach Hazards Statement.
   Moderate Rip Current Risk.

Strong high pressure building in from the north and low pressure
well off the SE coast will result in a period of breezy to strong NE
winds Friday night into the weekend, mainly along the coast. This
combined with high astronomical tides could lead to additional minor
coastal impacts (coastal flooding and rough surf) starting this
weekend.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

$$

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