


Coastal Flood Warnings/Watches/Statements
Issued by NWS Newport/Morehead, NC
Issued by NWS Newport/Morehead, NC
190 WHUS42 KMHX 090956 CFWMHX Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC 556 AM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025 NCZ204-092200- /O.EXB.KMHX.BH.S.0084.251009T0956Z-251010T0000Z/ /O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0012.251009T1100Z-251011T2100Z/ /O.CON.KMHX.CF.A.0003.251011T2100Z-251013T1200Z/ Ocracoke Island- 556 AM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025 ...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING... ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT SATURDAY... ...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH MONDAY MORNING... * WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, strong longshore currents in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, 1 to 3 feet of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Coastal Flood Watch, 2 to 4 feet of inundation above ground level possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Ocracoke Island. * WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through this evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 5 PM EDT Saturday. For the Coastal Flood Watch, from Saturday afternoon through Monday morning. * IMPACTS...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to 1 to 3 feet of inundation above ground level with minor ocean overwash possible in vulnerable locations along shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Coastal Flood Watch, up to 2 to 4 feet of inundation above ground level is possible in some areas near shorelines and tidal waterways resulting in an elevated threat of property damage around the times of high tide. Flooding will extend inland from the waterfront threatening some homes and businesses. Road closures and flooding of vehicles will be possible, most notably along NC 12 where ocean overwash may make several portions of the highway inaccessible across Ocracoke and Hatteras Islands. Strong longshore currents will create dangerous swimming conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A strong coastal storm will develop this weekend off the North Carolina coast, and has the potential to bring stronger winds and higher water levels to the area. Depending on the exact track and strength of the low, there is potential for moderate to locally major coastal flooding impacts from ocean overwash, and users are urged to check back in on the forecast the rest of the week. 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. 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. && $$ NCZ205-092200- /O.EXT.KMHX.BH.S.0084.251009T0956Z-251010T0000Z/ /O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0012.251009T1100Z-251011T2100Z/ /O.CON.KMHX.CF.A.0003.251011T2100Z-251013T1200Z/ Hatteras Island- 556 AM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025 ...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING NORTH OF CAPE HATTERAS... ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT SATURDAY... ...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH MONDAY MORNING... * WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents, large breaking waves, and strong longshore currents in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, 1 to 3 feet of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Coastal Flood Watch, 2 to 4 feet of inundation above ground level possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Hatteras Island. * WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through this evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 5 PM EDT Saturday. For the Coastal Flood Watch, from Saturday afternoon through Monday morning. * IMPACTS...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to 1 to 3 feet of inundation above ground level with minor ocean overwash possible in vulnerable locations along shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Coastal Flood Watch, up to 2 to 4 feet of inundation above ground level is possible in some areas near shorelines and tidal waterways resulting in an elevated threat of property damage around the times of high tide. Flooding will extend inland from the waterfront threatening some homes and businesses. Road closures and flooding of vehicles will be possible, most notably along NC 12 where ocean overwash may make several portions of the highway inaccessible across Hatteras Island. 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. Strong longshore currents will create dangerous swimming conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A strong coastal storm will develop this weekend off the North Carolina coast, and has the potential to bring stronger winds and higher water levels to the area. Depending on the exact track and strength of the low, there is potential for moderate to locally major coastal flooding impacts from ocean overwash, and users are urged to check back in on the forecast the rest of the week. The most likely time for strong rip currents to occur is a couple hours either side of low tide, which will occur around 4:00 PM Thursday. 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. A Beach Hazards Statement is issued when threats such as rip currents, longshore currents, and other hazards create life-threatening conditions in the surf zone. Caution should be used when in or near the water. && $$ NCZ199-092200- /O.EXB.KMHX.BH.S.0084.251009T0956Z-251010T0000Z/ /O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0012.251009T1100Z-251013T1200Z/ Coastal Onslow- 556 AM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025 ...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING... ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, strong longshore currents in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, 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. * WHERE...Coastal Onslow County. * WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through this evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. Strong longshore currents will create dangerous swimming conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A strong coastal storm will develop this weekend off the North Carolina coast, and has the potential to bring stronger winds and higher water levels to the area. 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. 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. && $$ NCZ196-092200- /O.EXT.KMHX.BH.S.0084.251009T0956Z-251010T0000Z/ /O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0012.251009T1100Z-251013T1200Z/ East Carteret- 556 AM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025 ...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING NORTH OF CAPE LOOKOUT... ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents and strong longshore currents in the surf zone. 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. * WHERE...East Carteret County. * WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through this evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Monday. * IMPACTS...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, 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. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. Strong longshore currents will create dangerous swimming conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A strong coastal storm will develop this weekend off the North Carolina coast, and has the potential to bring stronger winds and higher water levels to the area. Depending on the exact track and strength of the low, Coastal Flood Warning conditions may be met at some time this weekend, and users are urged to check back in on the forecast the rest of the week. The most likely time for strong rip currents to occur is a couple hours either side of low tide, which will occur around 4:00 PM Thursday. 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. A Beach Hazards Statement is issued when threats such as rip currents, longshore currents, and other hazards create life-threatening conditions in the surf zone. Caution should be used when in or near the water. && 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 -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 09/10 AM 5.3 -0.5 0.8 1 Minor 09/10 PM 4.6 -1.2 1.0 1 None 10/11 AM 5.6 -0.2 1.1 1 Moderate 10/11 PM 4.4 -1.4 1.0 1 None 11/12 PM 5.3 -0.5 1.0 1 Minor 12/12 AM 4.6 -1.2 1.3 1 None && $$ NCZ203-092200- /O.EXT.KMHX.BH.S.0084.251009T0956Z-251010T0000Z/ /O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0012.251009T1100Z-251013T1200Z/ Northern Outer Banks- 556 AM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025 ...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING... ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents and large breaking waves in the surf zone. 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. * WHERE...Northern Outer Banks. * WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through this evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Monday. * IMPACTS...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, 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. 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...A strong coastal storm will develop this weekend off the North Carolina coast, and has the potential to bring stronger winds and higher water levels to the area. Depending on the exact track and strength of the low, Coastal Flood Warning conditions may be met at some time this weekend, and users are urged to check back in on the forecast the rest of the week. 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. A Beach Hazards Statement is issued when threats such as rip currents, longshore currents, and other hazards create life-threatening conditions in the surf zone. Caution should be used when in or near the water. && Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour. Duck NC MLLW Categories - Minor 5.5 ft, Moderate 6.0 ft, Major 6.5 ft MHHW Categories - Minor 1.8 ft, Moderate 2.3 ft, Major 2.8 ft Total Total Departure Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 09/10 AM 5.9 2.2 1.1 6 Minor 09/10 PM 4.8 1.1 1.1 6 None 10/10 AM 5.6 1.9 0.9 6 Minor 10/11 PM 4.4 0.7 0.9 5-6 None 11/11 AM 5.4 1.7 0.8 5-6 None 12/12 AM 4.9 1.2 1.5 7-9 None && $$ NCZ195-092200- /O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0012.251009T1100Z-251013T1200Z/ West Carteret- 556 AM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025 ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT MONDAY... * WHAT...Up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Areas along Bogue Banks beaches, Bogue Sound, the Newport and White Oak Rivers, and adjacent tidal creeks. * WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level is possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways resulting in a low threat of property damage. Some roads and low lying property including parking lots, parks, lawns, and homes adjacent to the waterfront will experience shallow flooding. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A strong coastal storm will develop this weekend off the North Carolina coast, and has the potential to bring stronger winds and higher water levels to the area. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. && Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour. Beaufort Marine Lab NC MLLW Categories - Minor 5.0 ft, Moderate 5.5 ft, Major 6.5 ft MHHW Categories - Minor -0.8 ft, Moderate -0.3 ft, Major 0.7 ft Total Total Departure Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 09/10 AM 5.3 -0.5 0.8 1 Minor 09/10 PM 4.6 -1.2 1.0 1 None 10/11 AM 5.6 -0.2 1.1 1 Moderate 10/11 PM 4.4 -1.4 1.0 1 None 11/12 PM 5.3 -0.5 1.0 1 Minor 12/12 AM 4.6 -1.2 1.3 1 None && $$ NCZ080-094-194-092200- /O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0012.251009T1100Z-251013T1200Z/ Beaufort-Pamlico-Southern Craven- 556 AM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025 ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT MONDAY... * WHAT...1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Areas along the Pamlico Sound, Trent, Bay and lower Neuse Rivers, and adjacent tidal creeks, and areas along the Pamlico and Pungo Rivers and adjacent tidal creeks. * WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Monday. * 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. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A strong coastal storm will develop this weekend off the North Carolina coast, and has the potential to bring stronger winds and higher water levels to the area. Depending on the exact track and strength of the low, Coastal Flood Warning conditions may be met at some time this weekend, and users are urged to check back in on the forecast the rest of the week. 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. && $$ Martin