Coastal Flood Warnings/Watches/Statements
Issued by NWS Newport/Morehead, NC

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Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
216 PM EST Thu Nov 21 2024

NCZ203-205-220900-
/O.NEW.KMHX.CF.Y.0027.241122T2100Z-241123T2100Z/
Northern Outer Banks-Hatteras Island-
216 PM EST Thu Nov 21 2024

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM FRIDAY TO 4 PM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level expected in
  low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.

* WHERE...Soundside areas adjacent to the Albemarle, Croatan and
  Roanoke Sounds, Kitty Hawk Bay, the Pamlico Sound, and adjacent
  tidal creeks.

* WHEN...From 4 PM Friday to 4 PM EST Saturday.

* 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.

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.

&&

Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.

Oregon Inlet NC
MLLW Categories - Minor 3.0 ft, Moderate 4.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 2.4 ft, Moderate 3.9 ft, Major 4.9 ft

             Total      Total    Departure
 Day/Time    Tide       Tide     from Norm   Waves    Flood
            ft MLLW    ft MHHW       ft       ft      Impact
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 21/11 PM     2.3        1.7        1.5        1       None
 22/12 PM     2.6        2.0        1.6        1       None
 23/02 AM     3.0        2.4        2.1        3      Minor
 23/01 PM     2.5        1.9        1.6        2       None
 24/02 AM     2.1        1.5        1.2        2       None

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
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 21/02 PM     1.8        0.6        1.3        1       None
 22/01 AM     2.1        0.9        1.7        2       None
 22/01 PM     2.2        1.0        1.7        2       None
 23/02 AM     2.8        1.6        2.4        3      Minor
 23/01 PM     2.3        1.1        1.9       2-3      None
 23/11 PM     1.7        0.5        1.5        2       None

&&

$$