Headline:
High Surf Advisory issued September 27 at 12:02AM EDT until September 27 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Event:
High Surf Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 26, 2026 - 9:02pm
Expires:
September 27, 2026 - 9:15am
Description:
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, 1 to 2 feet of inundation
above ground level low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways with compromised dune structures. Elevated water
levels due to high astronomical tides and period of west winds
may lead to localized minor flooding of low-lying areas prone to
sound- side flooding. For the High Surf Advisory, large
breaking waves of 6 to 8 feet in the surf zone. For the Beach
Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents, large breaking waves,
and hazardous debris expected in the surf zone.
* WHERE...Northern Outer Banks ocean-side locales that
experienced weakening of dune structures over the last few
days. For sound- side localized flooding, low-lying areas
prone to sound-side flooding in and near Manteo.
* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through Sunday
evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until midnight EDT
Sunday night. For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT
Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level is
possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways
with compromised dune structures resulting in a low threat of
property damage. Dune structure erosion is possible in
vulnerable locations. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions
and localized beach erosion.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The next ocean-side high tide times are
around 8:15 AM Sunday, and 8:30 PM Sunday. The sound- side high
times are around 11:30 AM Sunday and midnight Sunday night. The
most likely time for strong rip currents to occur is a couple
hours either side of low tide, which will occur around 2:30 PM
Sunday.
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.
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.
Area Description:
Northern Outer Banks
Forcast Office:
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov