Coastal Flood Warnings/Watches/Statements
Issued by NWS Newport/Morehead, NC
Issued by NWS Newport/Morehead, NC
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301 WHUS42 KMHX 041920 CFWMHX Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC 220 PM EST Wed Dec 4 2024 NCZ203-205-050845- /O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0028.241205T0300Z-241205T2100Z/ Northern Outer Banks-Hatteras Island- 220 PM EST Wed Dec 4 2024 ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 4 PM EST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways adjacent to the Pamlico Sound. * WHERE...Areas along Croatan, and Roanoke Sounds, Kitty Hawk Bay, and Pamlico Sound, and adjacent tidal creeks. * WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 4 PM EST 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. 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 -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 05/10 AM 3.2 2.6 2.1 3 Minor 05/09 PM 1.2 0.6 0.6 1 None 06/11 AM 1.0 0.4 0.0 1 None 06/11 PM 0.8 0.2 0.0 1 None 07/11 AM 0.9 0.3 0.0 2 None && $$