Headline:
Coastal Flood Advisory issued September 25 at 3:48PM EDT until September 25 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Event:
Coastal Flood Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 25, 2026 - 12:48pm
Expires:
September 25, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
* 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. For the Beach Hazards
Statement, dangerous rip currents and large breaking waves
expected in the surf zone.
* WHERE...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, areas adjacent to the
Southern Pamlico Sound and adjacent tidal creeks. This would
include areas extending from Cedar Island to Merrimon
including South River. Areas adjacent to Core Sound could
possibly see some elevated water levels as well impacting
areas from Marshallberg to Atlantic. For the Beach Hazards
Statement, beaches north of Cape Lookout.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening.
* 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. 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...Ocean-side high tide is around 7:20 PM.
The most likely time for strong rip currents to occur is a
couple hours either side of low tide, which will occur around
1:15 PM Friday.
Instruction:
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.
Area Description:
East Carteret
Forcast Office:
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov