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
345 AM EDT Tue Aug 19 2025
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West Carteret-
345 AM EDT Tue Aug 19 2025
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 8 PM
EDT THURSDAY...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
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 5 to 10 feet expected in the
surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor oceanside
inundation expected in low- lying areas near shorelines and
tidal waterways.
* WHERE...West Carteret County.
* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through this evening.
For the High Surf Advisory, from noon today to 8 PM EDT
Thursday. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 3 PM this
afternoon to 8 PM EDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level is
possible 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.
Very dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized
beach erosion. Everyone is strongly urged to stay out of the
water.
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.
Everyone should remain out of the water due to extremely dangerous
surf conditions.
&&
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
19/05 AM 3.6 -2.2 0.7 0-1 None
19/06 PM 4.7 -1.1 0.8 1 None
20/06 AM 3.8 -2.0 0.8 1-2 None
20/06 PM 5.0 -0.8 1.1 2 Minor
21/07 AM 4.6 -1.2 1.4 2 None
21/07 PM 5.4 -0.4 1.5 1 Minor
&&
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East Carteret-
345 AM EDT Tue Aug 19 2025
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO
MIDNIGHT EDT FRIDAY NIGHT...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
8 PM EDT THURSDAY SOUTH OF CAPE LOOKOUT...
* 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, 3 to 5 feet south of Cape
Lookout on Shackleford Island. For the Coastal Flood Advisory,
up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level expected in
low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways south of
Cape Lookout.
* WHERE...East Carteret County.
* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through this evening.
For the High Surf Advisory, from noon today to midnight EDT
Friday night. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 3 PM this
afternoon to 8 PM EDT Thursday.
* 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.
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.
Everyone should remain out of the water due to extremely dangerous
surf conditions.
&&
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 Tota to Atlantic
Beachl Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
19/05 AM 3.6 -2.2 0.7 0-1 None
19/06 PM 4.7 -1.1 0.8 1 None
20/06 AM 3.8 -2.0 0.8 1-2 None
20/06 PM 5.0 -0.8 1.1 2 Minor
21/07 AM 4.6 -1.2 1.4 2 None
21/07 PM 5.4 -0.4 1.5 1 Minor
&&
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NCZ199-192000-
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Coastal Onslow-
345 AM EDT Tue Aug 19 2025
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 8 PM
EDT THURSDAY...
...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON
THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING...
* 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 6 to 14 feet expected in the
surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Watch, moderate oceanside
inundation above ground level likely in low- lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Onslow County.
* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through this evening.
For the High Surf Advisory, from noon today to 8 PM EDT
Thursday. For the Coastal Flood Watch, from 3 PM EDT this
afternoon through Thursday evening.
* IMPACTS...Moderate inundation 2 to 3 feet above ground level is
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.
* 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.
Areas of greatest concern: North Topsail Beach.
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.
Everyone should remain out of the water due to extremely dangerous
surf conditions.
&&
$$
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Northern Outer Banks-Ocracoke Island-Hatteras Island-
345 AM EDT Tue Aug 19 2025
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO
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 10 to 20+ feet
expected in the surf zone.
* WHERE...The beaches from Duck to Ocracoke.
* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through this evening.
For the High Surf Advisory, from noon today to 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.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A storm surge watch has been issued 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...
Everyone should remain out of the water due to extremely dangerous
surf conditions.
&&
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