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Coastal Flood Advisory
Issued: 9:15 AM Oct. 24, 2026 – National Weather Service
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EDT TUESDAY... * WHAT...Up to 1 to 3 feet of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Areas along Bogue Banks beaches, Bogue Sound, the Newport and White Oak Rivers, and adjacent tidal creeks, and areas in North Topsail Beach, the lower New River, and adjacent tidal creeks. * WHEN...Until noon EDT Tuesday. * 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. Some roads and low lying property including parking lots, parks, lawns, and homes adjacent to the waterfront will experience shallow flooding. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Tide levels will continue to rise with King Tide Cycle in place through the upcoming work-week. The morning high tide will be the highest of the two daily tides. King Tides peak Tuesday and Wednesday. 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. && 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 -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 24/07 AM 5.4 -0.4 1.5 1 Minor 24/07 PM 4.9 -0.9 1.3 1 None 25/07 AM 5.4 -0.4 1.3 1 Minor 25/08 PM 4.7 -1.1 1.2 1 None 26/08 AM 5.5 -0.3 1.2 1 Moderate 26/08 PM 4.7 -1.1 1.3 1 None &&
Small Craft Advisory
Issued: 7:15 AM Oct. 24, 2026 – National Weather Service
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT FRIDAY... * WHAT...Northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with occasional gusts up to 35 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft. * WHERE...The coastal waters from Ocracoke Inlet to Surf City. * WHEN...Until 6 AM EDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions. &&
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