Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued September 24 at 2:39PM EDT until September 24 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 24, 2026 - 11:39am
Expires:
September 25, 2026 - 2:00am
Description:
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, 1 to 3 feet of
inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory,
large breaking waves of 10 to 15 feet in the surf zone. For
the Beach Hazards Statements, dangerous rip currents and large
breaking waves in the surf zone.
* WHERE...Northern Outer Banks.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 11 PM EDT Friday.
For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 PM EDT Saturday. For the
Beach Hazards Statement, until 8 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Up to 1 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. Dune
structure erosion is possible in vulnerable locations.
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.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The next high tide is between 630 to 7 PM
this evening. The most likely time for strong rip currents to
occur is a couple hours either side of low tide.
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