Headline:
Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 17 at 7:40PM EDT until October 19 at 5:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Event:
Coastal Flood Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 17, 2026 - 4:40pm
Expires:
October 18, 2026 - 4:45am
Description:
* WHAT...Up to one to two feet of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Areas along the Albemarle Sound, Alligator River,
Scuppernong River, and adjacent tidal creeks.
* WHEN...Until 5 PM EDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...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.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Tyrrell County Sheriff has reported
flooding on HWY 94 S at Northwest Fork.
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.
Area Description:
Tyrrell
Forcast Office:
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov