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
330 AM EDT Thu Aug 21 2025
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West Carteret-
330 AM EDT Thu Aug 21 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM EDT FRIDAY...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, up to 1 to 3 feet of
inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines
and tidal waterways. High tide will be around 7 am this morning,
and 7:30 pm this evening, when water levels will be at their
highest. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 6
to 12 feet in the surf zone. For the Beach Hazards Statement,
dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...West Carteret County.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Warning, until 2 AM EDT Friday.
For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 PM EDT this evening. For
the Beach Hazards Statement, through this evening.
* IMPACTS...Up to 1 to 3 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 with significant beach
erosion expected.
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.
The surf will be extremely dangerous for everyone, and swimming
is absolutely discouraged.
&&
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
21/07 AM 4.5 -1.3 1.3 1 None
21/08 PM 5.8 0.0 1.9 1 Moderate
22/08 AM 5.4 -0.4 2.1 1 Minor
22/08 PM 5.6 -0.2 1.7 1 Moderate
23/08 AM 4.9 -0.9 1.5 0-1 None
23/09 PM 5.2 -0.6 1.3 1 Minor
&&
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East Carteret-
330 AM EDT Thu Aug 21 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM EDT FRIDAY...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EDT FRIDAY
NIGHT...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, minor to moderate
soundside inundation with water level rises of up to 2 to 3
feet. High tide will be around 8 am this morning, and 8:30 pm
this evening, when water levels will be at their highest. For
the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 8 to 15 feet in
the surf zone. For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip
currents.
* WHERE...East Carteret County.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Warning, until 2 AM EDT Friday.
For the High Surf Advisory, until midnight EDT Friday night.
For the Beach Hazards Statement, through this evening.
* IMPACTS...Up to 2 to 3 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.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A storm surge warning remains in effect for
the oceanside north of Cape Lookout. Moderate to major beach
damage is likely, resulting in a significant threat to life and
property. Large dangerous waves will likely inundate and
destroy protective dune structures.
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.
&&
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
21/07 AM 4.5 -1.3 1.3 1 None
21/08 PM 5.8 0.0 1.9 1 Moderate
22/08 AM 5.4 -0.4 2.1 1 Minor
22/08 PM 5.6 -0.2 1.7 1 Moderate
23/08 AM 4.9 -0.9 1.5 0-1 None
23/09 PM 5.2 -0.6 1.3 1 Minor
&&
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Coastal Onslow-
330 AM EDT Thu Aug 21 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, up to 2 to 3 feet of
inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards Statement,
dangerous rip currents in the surf zone. For the High Surf
Advisory, large breaking waves of 6 to 11 feet expected in the
surf zone.
* WHERE...Coastal Onslow County.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Warning, until 8 PM EDT this
evening. For the Beach Hazards Statement, through this evening.
* IMPACTS...Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
will be inundated. Shoreline erosion will occur. Dangerous
swimming and surfing conditions with significant beach erosion.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The area of greatest concern for oceanside
impacts is North Topsail Beach.
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.
&&
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Pamlico-Southern Craven-
330 AM EDT Thu Aug 21 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM EDT
FRIDAY...
* WHAT...Minor inundation 1 to 2 feet above ground level.
* WHERE...Areas along the Pamlico Sound, Trent, Bay and lower
Neuse Rivers, and adjacent tidal creeks.
* WHEN...Until 2 AM EDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only
isolated road closures expected.
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.
&&
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Northern Outer Banks-Ocracoke Island-Hatteras Island-
330 AM EDT Thu Aug 21 2025
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EDT FRIDAY
NIGHT...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 7
to 17 feet in the surf zone. For the Beach Hazards Statement,
dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...The beaches from Duck to Ocracoke.
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until midnight EDT Friday
night. For the Beach Hazards Statement, through this 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.
Extremely dangerous swimming and surfing conditions expected,
as well as the wave action resulting in significant beach
erosion.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Minor soundside inundation is possible on
the Outer Banks from Buxton to Ocracoke due to the increase in
north winds today. Water level rises of 1 to 2 feet are
possible here through this evening.
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.
The surf will be extremely dangerous for everyone, and swimming
is absolutely discouraged.
&&
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
21/07 AM 3.4 2.3 2.4 5 Minor
21/07 PM 3.4 2.3 2.3 3 Minor
22/07 AM 3.1 2.0 2.1 2 Minor
22/08 PM 2.9 1.8 1.9 1 None
23/08 AM 2.6 1.5 1.6 1 None
23/08 PM 2.5 1.4 1.6 1 None
&&
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
21/06 PM 3.2 2.0 2.7 3-4 Minor
22/07 AM 2.7 1.5 2.1 1-3 Minor
22/09 PM 2.4 1.2 1.8 1 None
23/09 AM 2.3 1.1 1.7 1 None
23/10 PM 2.1 0.9 1.5 0 None
$$