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Coastal Flood Advisory
Issued: 8:48 AM Sep. 23, 2026 – National Weather Service
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM EDT THIS MORNING THROUGH THIS EVENING... ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 11 AM EDT FRIDAY... * WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents, large breaking waves expected, and strong longshore currents in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of inundation above ground level expected in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...East Carteret County. * WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, from 8 AM EDT this morning through this evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 2 PM this afternoon to 11 AM EDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Up to 1 foot of inundation above ground level is possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways resulting in a low threat of property damage along the Neuse River. Some roads and low lying property including parking lots, parks, lawns, and homes adjacent to the waterfront will experience shallow flooding. 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. 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. Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions. && 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 -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 23/06 AM 4.0 -1.8 0.8 1 NONE 23/06 PM 4.9 -0.9 1.2 1 NONE 24/07 AM 4.6 -1.2 1.2 1 NONE 24/07 PM 5.1 -0.7 1.3 1 MINOR 25/07 AM 5.0 -0.8 1.4 1 MINOR 25/08 PM 5.3 -0.5 1.5 1 MINOR &&
Beach Hazard Statement
Issued: 8:48 AM Sep. 23, 2026 – National Weather Service
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM EDT THIS MORNING THROUGH THIS EVENING... ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 11 AM EDT FRIDAY... * WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents, large breaking waves expected, and strong longshore currents in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of inundation above ground level expected in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...East Carteret County. * WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, from 8 AM EDT this morning through this evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 2 PM this afternoon to 11 AM EDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Up to 1 foot of inundation above ground level is possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways resulting in a low threat of property damage along the Neuse River. Some roads and low lying property including parking lots, parks, lawns, and homes adjacent to the waterfront will experience shallow flooding. 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. 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. Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions. && 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 -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 23/06 AM 4.0 -1.8 0.8 1 NONE 23/06 PM 4.9 -0.9 1.2 1 NONE 24/07 AM 4.6 -1.2 1.2 1 NONE 24/07 PM 5.1 -0.7 1.3 1 MINOR 25/07 AM 5.0 -0.8 1.4 1 MINOR 25/08 PM 5.3 -0.5 1.5 1 MINOR &&
Wind Advisory
Issued: 7:08 AM Sep. 23, 2026 – National Weather Service
...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 2 AM EDT FRIDAY... * WHAT...Northeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. * WHERE...East Carteret and Mainland Dare Counties, and Hatteras Island, Northern Outer Banks, and Ocracoke Island. The strongest winds are expected for areas adjacent to bodies of water. * WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 2 AM EDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A strong coastal low will develop offshore east of the Carolinas and move north towards the New England coast by this weekend. A period of moderate to strong winds is expected to impact portions of the coast Wednesday into Thursday. These strong winds may last longer depending on the track of the low. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Secure outdoor objects. &&
Gale Warning
Issued: 7:06 AM Sep. 23, 2026 – National Weather Service
...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 8 AM EDT FRIDAY... * WHAT...Northeast winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 6 to 15 ft expected. * WHERE...The coastal waters from Ocracoke Inlet to Surf City, and the offshore waters from Cape Lookout to Surf City. * WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 8 AM EDT Friday. * 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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