Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued October 20 at 3:23AM EDT until October 20 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 20, 2026 - 12:23am
Expires:
October 20, 2026 - 12:30pm
Description:
* WHAT...Strong longshore currents in the surf zone.
* WHERE...Crystal Coast beaches.
* WHEN...From 8 AM EDT this morning through this evening.
* IMPACTS...Strong longshore currents will create dangerous
swimming conditions.
Instruction:
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; Coastal Onslow
Forcast Office:
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov