Severe Storm Surge ● Closed
Coastal Flood Warning issued September 24 at 2:39PM EDT until September 25 at 11:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC, United States of America
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* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, up to 2 to 4 feet of
inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. Up to 1 foot of inundation is
possible for sound-side flooding when winds become more
northerly tonight and Friday. For the Beach Hazards Statements,
dangerous rip currents, large breaking waves expected, and
strong longshore currents in the surf zone.
* WHERE...Ocracoke Island.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Warning, until 11 PM EDT Friday.
For the Beach Hazards Statement, until 8 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Numerous roads may be closed. Portions of Highway 12
will be inundated. Low lying property including homes,
businesses, and some critical infrastructure will be
inundated. 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. Strong longshore currents will create
dangerous swimming conditions.
* 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.
Measurements
| Coordinates | 39.9645, -100.8105 |
|---|---|
| Region | Ocracoke Island |
| Location Precision | country |
| Issuing Authority | United States of America — us-noaa-nws-en |
| Cap Urgency | Expected |
| Cap Certainty | Likely |
| Cap Expires | 2026-09-25T05:00:00-04:00 |
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Area as the agency stated it: Ocracoke Island
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