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Coastal Flood Advisory
Issued: 7:24 AM Oct. 18, 2026 – National Weather Service
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM THIS MORNING TO 11 AM EDT MONDAY... ...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM EDT THIS MORNING THROUGH THIS EVENING... * WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards Statement, strong longshore currents in the surf zone. * WHERE...West Carteret County. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 6 AM Sunday to 11 AM EDT Monday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, from Sunday morning through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...Up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level is expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways resulting in a low threat of property damage. Some roads and low lying property including parking lots, parks, lawns, and homes adjacent to the waterfront will experience shallow flooding. Strong longshore currents will create dangerous swimming conditions. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... 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. Strong longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip currents, piers, jetties and other hazardous areas. In many cases, the longshore current is strong enough to prevent swimmers from being able to keep their feet on the bottom making it difficult to return to shore. && Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour. Beaufort Marine Lab NC MLLW Categories - Minor 5.0 ft, Moderate 5.5 ft, Major 6.5 ft MHHW Categories - Minor -0.8 ft, Moderate -0.3 ft, Major 0.7 ft Total Total Departure Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 18/02 PM 5.0 -0.8 1.6 1 Minor 19/02 AM 4.3 -1.5 1.5 1 None 19/03 PM 4.7 -1.1 1.3 1 None 20/03 AM 4.5 -1.3 1.6 1 None 20/04 PM 5.2 -0.6 1.8 1 Minor &&
Beach Hazard Statement
Issued: 7:24 AM Oct. 18, 2026 – National Weather Service
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM THIS MORNING TO 11 AM EDT MONDAY... ...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM EDT THIS MORNING THROUGH THIS EVENING... * WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards Statement, strong longshore currents in the surf zone. * WHERE...West Carteret County. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 6 AM Sunday to 11 AM EDT Monday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, from Sunday morning through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...Up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level is expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways resulting in a low threat of property damage. Some roads and low lying property including parking lots, parks, lawns, and homes adjacent to the waterfront will experience shallow flooding. Strong longshore currents will create dangerous swimming conditions. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... 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. Strong longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip currents, piers, jetties and other hazardous areas. In many cases, the longshore current is strong enough to prevent swimmers from being able to keep their feet on the bottom making it difficult to return to shore. && Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour. Beaufort Marine Lab NC MLLW Categories - Minor 5.0 ft, Moderate 5.5 ft, Major 6.5 ft MHHW Categories - Minor -0.8 ft, Moderate -0.3 ft, Major 0.7 ft Total Total Departure Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 18/02 PM 5.0 -0.8 1.6 1 Minor 19/02 AM 4.3 -1.5 1.5 1 None 19/03 PM 4.7 -1.1 1.3 1 None 20/03 AM 4.5 -1.3 1.6 1 None 20/04 PM 5.2 -0.6 1.8 1 Minor &&
Gale Warning
Issued: 6:43 AM Oct. 18, 2026 – National Weather Service
...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT TUESDAY... * WHAT...North winds 25 to 35 kt with occasional gusts up to 50 kt and seas 13 to 18 ft. * WHERE...The coastal waters from Ocracoke Inlet to Surf City, and the offshore waters from Cape Lookout to Surf City. * WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. &&
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