Headline:
Coastal Flood Watch issued October 16 at 2:55PM EDT until October 20 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Event:
Coastal Flood Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
October 16, 2026 - 11:55am
Expires:
October 17, 2026 - 12:00am
Description:
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Watch, 2 to 4 feet of inundation
above ground level possible in low-lying areas near shorelines
and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking
waves of 6 to 9 feet expected in the surf zone.
* WHERE...Ocracoke Island.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Watch, from Saturday afternoon
through Tuesday morning. For the High Surf Advisory, from
midnight Saturday night to 8 PM EDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...2 to 4 feet of inundation above ground level is
possible in some areas near shorelines and tidal waterways
resulting in an elevated threat of property damage. Flooding
will extend inland from the waterfront threatening some homes
and businesses. Numerous road closures and flooding of vehicles
will be possible. Vulnerable portions of NC-12 may be inundated,
especially around high tide. Dangerous swimming and surfing
conditions and localized beach erosion.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This has the potential to be a long
duration event bringing more significant ocean overwash impacts
to vulnerable oceanside areas through multiple high tide cycles
into next week. Minor soundside water level rises will also be
possible.
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.
Area Description:
Ocracoke Island
Forcast Office:
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov