Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued October 18 at 8:56PM EDT until October 19 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 18, 2026 - 5:56pm
Expires:
October 19, 2026 - 6:00am
Description:
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, 1 to 2 feet of inundation
above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines
and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous
rip currents and strong longshore currents in the surf zone.
* WHERE...West Carteret County.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 11 AM EDT Monday.
For the Beach Hazards Statement, from 8 AM EDT Monday through
Monday evening.
* IMPACTS...Up to 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. Rip
currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into
deeper water. 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.
Life-threatening rip currents. If caught in a rip current, remain
calm. Swim in a direction following the shoreline. If tired,
float or tread water until out of the rip current. If unable to
escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.
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:
West Carteret
Forcast Office:
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov