Coastal Flood Warnings/Watches/Statements
Issued by NWS Newport/Morehead, NC
Issued by NWS Newport/Morehead, NC
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Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
905 PM EDT Tue Aug 19 2025
NCZ195-199-201315-
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West Carteret-Coastal Onslow-
905 PM EDT Tue Aug 19 2025
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT
THURSDAY...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THURSDAY...
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents
and large breaking waves in the surf zone. For the High Surf
Advisory, large breaking waves of 8 to 12 feet expected in the
surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Warning, 2 to 3 feet of
inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Oceanside beaches in west Carteret County and Onslow
County.
* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through Wednesday
evening. For the Coastal Flood Warning, until 8 PM EDT
Thursday. For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 PM EDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Moderate inundation 2 to 3 feet above ground level
likely along the oceanside. Large waves will likely cause severe
beach and coastal damage. Waves will likely severely damage dune
structures in some areas. This will likely result in damage to
property along the oceanside including some property located
immediately behind dune structures. Actions should be taken to
protect life and property. Dangerous swimming and surfing
conditions and significant beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep
even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
Dangerous shore break can throw a swimmer or surfer head first
into the bottom causing neck and back injuries.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This is expected to be a prolonged duration
event, with the potential for roads along the immediate coast to
be impassable at times, especially around times of high tide.
The area of greatest concern for oceanside impacts is North
Topsail Beach.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
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, life-threatening rip currents, and
dangerous shore break.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Beaufort Marine Lab NC
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.0 ft, Moderate 5.5 ft, Major 6.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor -0.8 ft, Moderate -0.3 ft, Major 0.7 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
19/06 PM 4.5 -1.3 0.6 1 None
20/06 AM 3.7 -2.1 0.7 1 None
20/07 PM 5.1 -0.7 1.2 1 Minor
21/07 AM 4.5 -1.3 1.3 1 None
21/07 PM 5.3 -0.5 1.4 1 Minor
22/08 AM 5.3 -0.5 2.0 1 Minor
&&
$$
NCZ196-201315-
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East Carteret-
905 PM EDT Tue Aug 19 2025
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT
THURSDAY...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EDT FRIDAY
NIGHT...
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents
and large breaking waves in the surf zone. For the High Surf
Advisory, large breaking waves of 10 to 20 feet expected in the
surf zone north of Cape Lookout, and 6 to 9 feet south of Cape
Lookout for Shackleford Island. For the Coastal Flood Warning, 2
to 4 feet of inundation above ground level expected north of
Cape Lookout, and 2 to 3 feet above ground level south of Cape
Lookout. Minor inundation of 1 to 3 feet above ground level
expected for soundside areas adjacent to the southern Pamlico
Sound and Core Sound.
* WHERE...East Carteret County.
* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through Wednesday
evening. For the Coastal Flood Warning, until 8 PM EDT
Thursday. For the High Surf Advisory, until midnight EDT
Friday night.
* IMPACTS...Moderate to major beach damage is likely along the
oceanside north of Cape Lookout, resulting in a significant
threat to life and property. Large dangerous waves will likely
inundate and destroy protective dune structures. Minor soundside
flooding expected for areas adjacent to the southern Pamlico
Sound. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and significant
beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers
away from shore into deeper water. Dangerous shore break can
throw a swimmer or surfer head first into the bottom causing
neck and back injuries.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This is expected to be a prolonged
duration event for the oceanside, impacting several high tide
cycles.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
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, life-threatening rip currents, and
dangerous shore break.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Beaufort Marine Lab NC
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.0 ft, Moderate 5.5 ft, Major 6.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor -0.8 ft, Moderate -0.3 ft, Major 0.7 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
19/06 PM 4.5 -1.3 0.6 1 None
20/06 AM 3.7 -2.1 0.7 1 None
20/07 PM 5.1 -0.7 1.2 1 Minor
21/07 AM 4.5 -1.3 1.3 1 None
21/07 PM 5.3 -0.5 1.4 1 Minor
22/08 AM 5.3 -0.5 2.0 1 Minor
&&
$$
NCZ094-194-201315-
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Pamlico-Southern Craven-
905 PM EDT Tue Aug 19 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM WEDNESDAY
TO 5 PM EDT THURSDAY...
* WHAT...Minor inundation 1 to 3 feet above ground level.
* WHERE...Areas along the Pamlico Sound, Trent, Bay and lower
Neuse Rivers, and adjacent tidal creeks.
* WHEN...From 6 PM Wednesday to 5 PM EDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only
isolated road closures expected.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
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.
&&
$$
NCZ203-205-201315-
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Northern Outer Banks-Hatteras Island-
905 PM EDT Tue Aug 19 2025
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EDT FRIDAY
NIGHT...
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents
and large breaking waves in the surf zone. For the High Surf
Advisory, large breaking waves of 5 to 19 feet in the surf
zone.
* WHERE...The beaches from Duck to Hatteras Island.
* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through Wednesday
evening. For the High Surf Advisory, until midnight EDT Friday
night.
* IMPACTS...Extreme beach and coastal damage is likely along the
oceanside, resulting in a significant threat to life and
property. Large dangerous waves will likely inundate and destroy
protective dune structures. Severe flooding will likely extend
inland from the waterfront causing flooding of many homes and
businesses with some structural damage possible. Numerous roads
will likely be impassable under several feet of water and
vehicles will likely be submerged. Actions will need to be taken
to protect life and property. Very dangerous swimming and
surfing conditions expected, as well as the wave action
resulting in significant beach erosion. Minor inundation of 1 to
2 feet above ground level expected for soundside areas adjacent
to the Pamlico Sound from Buxton south.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A Storm Surge Warning remains in effect
for the Outer Banks. This is expected to be a prolonged duration
event, with the potential for portions of NC-12 and secondary
roads along the Outer Banks, in particular on Hatteras and
Ocracoke Islands, to be impassable and/or inaccessible for at
least several days due to significant wave run up.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
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.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions, life-threatening rip currents, and
dangerous shore break.
&&
Coast Guard Hatteras NC
MLLW Categories - Minor 2.5 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 4.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.3 ft, Moderate 2.3 ft, Major 3.3 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
19/06 PM 1.3 0.1 0.7 2 None
20/05 AM 1.2 0.0 0.7 2-3 None
21/08 PM 3.4 2.2 2.8 3-4 Minor
22/07 AM 3.0 1.8 2.4 2-3 Minor
&&
$$
NCZ204-201315-
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Ocracoke Island-
905 PM EDT Tue Aug 19 2025
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EDT FRIDAY
NIGHT...
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents
and large breaking waves in the surf zone. For the High Surf
Advisory, destructive large breaking waves of 15 to 20+ feet
expected in the surf zone.
* WHERE...Ocracoke Island beaches.
* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through Wednesday
evening. For the High Surf Advisory, until midnight EDT Friday
night.
* IMPACTS...Extreme beach and coastal damage is likely along the
oceanside, resulting in a significant threat to life and
property. Large dangerous waves will likely inundate and destroy
protective dune structures. Severe flooding will likely extend
inland from the waterfront causing flooding of many homes and
businesses with some structural damage possible. Numerous roads
will likely be impassable under several feet of water and
vehicles will likely be submerged. Actions will need to be taken
to protect life and property. Very dangerous swimming and
surfing conditions expected, as well as the wave action
resulting in significant beach erosion. Minor inundation of 1 to
2 feet above ground level expected for soundside areas adjacent
to the Pamlico Sound from Buxton south.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A Storm Surge Warning remains in effect
for the Outer Banks. This is expected to be a prolonged duration
event, with the potential for portions of NC-12 and secondary
roads along the Outer Banks, in particular on Hatteras and
Ocracoke Islands, to be impassable and/or inaccessible for at
least several days due to significant wave run up.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
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.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions, life-threatening rip currents, and
dangerous shore break.
&&
Ocracoke Inlet NC
MLLW Categories - Minor 3.0 ft, Moderate 4.0 ft, Major 5.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.9 ft, Moderate 2.9 ft, Major 4.4 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
19/06 PM 2.0 0.9 1.0 2 None
20/06 AM 1.6 0.5 0.7 2 None
20/06 PM 1.9 0.8 0.9 4 None
21/07 AM 2.5 1.4 1.5 5 None
21/07 PM 3.5 2.4 2.4 3-4 Minor
22/07 AM 3.0 1.9 2.0 2 Minor
&&
$$
Martin