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Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
430 AM EDT Mon Aug 18 2025

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West Carteret-Coastal Onslow-
430 AM EDT Mon Aug 18 2025

...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TUESDAY TO 8 PM
EDT THURSDAY...
...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 7 to
  12 feet expected in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Watch,
  significant oceanside inundation above ground level likely in
  low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.

* WHERE...West Carteret and Coastal Onslow Counties.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, from noon Tuesday to 8 PM EDT
  Thursday. For the Coastal Flood Watch, from Tuesday afternoon
  through Thursday evening.

* IMPACTS...Moderate to potentially significant inundation above
  ground level 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. Very dangerous swimming and
  surfing conditions expected, as well as the wave action
  resulting in significant beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep
  even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This is expected to be a prolonged duration
  event, with the potential for some roads along the immediate
  coast to be impassable at times, especially around times of high
  tide. Areas of greatest concern: North Topsail Beach to
  Atlantic 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.

Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.

&&

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East Carteret-Northern Outer Banks-Ocracoke Island-
Hatteras Island-
430 AM EDT Mon Aug 18 2025

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM NOON TUESDAY TO MIDNIGHT
EDT FRIDAY NIGHT...
...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents.
  For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 15 to 20+
  feet expected in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Watch,
  significant oceanside inundation above ground level likely in
  low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.

* WHERE...East Carteret County, and Northern Outer Banks,
  Ocracoke Island and Hatteras Island.

* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through this evening.
  For the High Surf Advisory, from noon Tuesday to midnight EDT
  Friday night. For the Coastal Flood Watch, from Tuesday
  afternoon through Friday evening.

* 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. Rip currents can sweep
  even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...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
  several days due to significant wave run up and overwash. Minor
  soundside flooding will also be possible if stronger winds
  develop over the Pamlico Sound.

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.

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.

&&

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