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Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
442 AM EDT Tue Oct 14 2025

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Ocracoke Island-
442 AM EDT Tue Oct 14 2025

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THURSDAY...
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING IS CANCELLED...

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

* WHERE...Areas along the beaches, Pamlico Sound, and adjacent
  tidal creeks.

* WHEN...Until 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.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Minor oceanside impacts possible with this
  afternoon`s high tide. Soundside flooding with minor impacts are
  anticipated later today through at least 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.

&&

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

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
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 14/03 PM     3.2        2.1        2.1        2      Minor
 15/02 AM     3.0        1.9        2.2        2      Minor
 15/04 PM     3.1        2.0        2.0        3      Minor
 16/04 AM     3.1        2.0        2.1        3      Minor
 16/04 PM     3.2        2.1        2.2        3      Minor

&&

$$

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Hatteras Island-
442 AM EDT Tue Oct 14 2025

...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT WEDNESDAY...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM EDT THIS
MORNING THROUGH THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, up to 2 to 4 feet of
  inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines
  and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking
  waves of 7 to 10 feet in the surf zone. For the Beach Hazards
  Statement, dangerous rip currents, large breaking waves
  expected, and strong longshore currents in the surf zone.

* WHERE...Hatteras Island.

* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Warning, until 6 PM EDT this
  evening. For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 PM EDT Wednesday.
  For the Beach Hazards Statement, from 8 AM EDT this morning
  through this evening.

* IMPACTS...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. Flooding
  will extend inland from the waterfront threatening some homes
  and businesses. Numerous road closures and flooding of vehicles
  will be possible, including portions of NC 12. Dangerous
  swimming and surfing conditions and localized 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. Strong longshore currents will create dangerous
  swimming conditions.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The combination of strong onshore winds,
  high astronomical tides, wave run up, and already battered and
  weakened dune and other oceanside structures will bring the
  potential of significant impacts to Hatteras Island, mostly
  north of Cape Hatteras, with this afternoon`s high tide.
  Additionally, minor soundside flooding is expected to begin
  later today and last through at least Wednesday.

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. If caught in a rip current, remain
calm. Swim in a direction following the shoreline. If tired,
float or tread water until out of the rip current. If unable to
escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

Shore break occurs when waves break directly on the beach. It is
extremely important to protect your head and neck whenever you
are in breaking waves by keeping your hands in front of you at
all times.

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.

&&

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

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
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 14/03 PM     3.0        1.8        2.3        3      Minor
 15/03 AM     2.7        1.5        2.1        3      Minor
 15/04 PM     2.7        1.5        2.0        3      Minor
 16/04 AM     2.7        1.5        2.1        3      Minor
 16/04 PM     2.7        1.5        2.1        3      Minor

&&

$$

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Northern Outer Banks-
442 AM EDT Tue Oct 14 2025

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT WEDNESDAY...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM EDT THIS
MORNING THROUGH THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to 1 to 2 feet of
  inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines
  and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking
  waves of 7 to 10 feet in the surf zone. For the Beach Hazards
  Statement, dangerous rip currents, large breaking waves
  expected, and strong longshore currents in the surf zone.

* WHERE...Northern Outer Banks.

* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 6 AM EDT
  Wednesday. For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 PM EDT
  Wednesday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, from 8 AM EDT this
  morning through this evening.

* 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. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and
  localized 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. Strong longshore currents will
  create dangerous swimming conditions.

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. If caught in a rip current, remain
calm. Swim in a direction following the shoreline. If tired,
float or tread water until out of the rip current. If unable to
escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

Shore break occurs when waves break directly on the beach. It is
extremely important to protect your head and neck whenever you
are in breaking waves by keeping your hands in front of you at
all times.

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.

&&

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
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 14/03 AM     5.1        1.4        2.1        6       None
 14/03 PM     6.1        2.4        2.3       6-7    Moderate
 15/03 AM     5.5        1.8        2.3        7      Minor
 15/04 PM     5.6        1.9        1.9        6      Minor
 16/04 AM     5.3        1.6        2.0       6-7      None
 16/05 PM     5.6        1.9        1.9        6      Minor


&&

$$

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East Carteret-
442 AM EDT Tue Oct 14 2025

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THURSDAY...

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

* WHERE...Areas along the lower Neuse River, Pamlico, Core and
  Back Sounds, and adjacent tidal creeks.

* WHEN...Until 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.

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
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 14/03 AM     4.5       -1.3        1.5        1       None
 14/03 PM     4.8       -1.0        1.0        1       None
 15/03 AM     4.7       -1.1        1.6        1       None
 15/04 PM     5.2       -0.6        1.5        1      Minor
 16/04 AM     4.6       -1.2        1.4        1       None
 16/05 PM     5.2       -0.6        1.6        1      Minor

&&

$$

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Pamlico-Southern Craven-
442 AM EDT Tue Oct 14 2025

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level 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.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Wednesday.

* 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.

&&

$$