Headline:
Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 18 at 3:24AM EDT until October 19 at 5:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Event:
Coastal Flood Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 18, 2026 - 12:24am
Expires:
October 18, 2026 - 12:30pm
Description:
* WHAT...Up to 1 to 2 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