Headline:
High Surf Advisory issued September 22 at 2:57PM EDT until September 24 at 6:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
High Surf Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 22, 2026 - 11:57am
Expires:
September 23, 2026 - 5:00am
Description:
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, a high risk of rip
currents expected. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking
waves of 9 to 13 feet expected in the surf zone. For the Coastal
Flood Warning, one to three feet of inundation above ground
level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...Eastern Currituck County.
* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through Wednesday
evening. For the High Surf Advisory, from 7 AM Wednesday to 6
PM EDT Thursday. For the Coastal Flood Warning, from 11 AM
Wednesday to 4 AM EDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
may be inundated. Some shoreline erosion may occur. Dangerous
swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion.
Instruction:
Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If
travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through
water of unknown depth.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.
Area Description:
Eastern Currituck
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov