Headline:
Coastal Flood Warning issued September 26 at 8:16PM EDT until September 27 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Event:
Coastal Flood Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 26, 2026 - 5:16pm
Expires:
September 26, 2026 - 9:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Up to 2 to 4 feet of inundation above ground level in
low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Areas along the beaches, Pamlico Sound, and adjacent
tidal creeks.
* WHEN...Until midnight EDT tonight.
* IMPACTS...Some roads may be closed. Portions of Highway 12
remain closed between Pony Pens and the ferry dock. Low lying
property including homes, businesses, and some critical
infrastructure will be inundated. Dangerous surf conditions.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The next high tide is around 8 PM tonight.
Instruction:
Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If
travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through
water of unknown depth.
Area Description:
Ocracoke Island
Forcast Office:
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov