Headline:
Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 16 at 8:46PM EDT until October 19 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Event:
Coastal Flood Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 16, 2026 - 5:46pm
Expires:
October 17, 2026 - 6:00am
Description:
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, strong longshore
currents in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to
2 to 3 feet of inundation above ground level expected in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High
Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 7 to 10 feet expected in
the surf zone.
* WHERE...East Carteret County.
* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, from 8 AM EDT Saturday
through Saturday evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from
5 PM Saturday to 8 PM EDT Monday. For the High Surf Advisory,
from midnight Saturday night to 8 PM EDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Up to 2 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.
Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach
erosion. Strong longshore currents will create dangerous
swimming conditions.
Instruction:
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.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
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.
Area Description:
East Carteret
Forcast Office:
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov