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Location: Oriental, NC
Elevation: 26ft
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Coastal Flood Advisory
Issued: 9:02 AM Oct. 17, 2026 – National Weather Service
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS
EVENING TO 5 PM EDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...1 to 3 feet of inundation above ground level expected
in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.

* WHERE...Areas along the Pamlico Sound, Trent, Bay and lower
Neuse Rivers, and adjacent tidal creeks.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 5 PM EDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated
road closures expected.

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.

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Gale Warning
Issued: 7:04 AM Oct. 17, 2026 – National Weather Service
...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 3 AM
EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and very
rough waters expected.

* WHERE...Pamlico, Pungo, Neuse, and Bay Rivers.

* WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 3 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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