NWS / NOAA weather: Coastal Flood Warning issued October 18 at 4:04PM EDT until October 20 at 5:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, 2 to 4 feet of inundation
above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines
and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking
waves of 9 to 14 feet in the surf zone. For the Beach Hazards
Statement, dangerous rip currents, large breaking waves, and
strong longshore currents in the surf zone.

* WHERE...Hatteras Island.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 6 AM EDT Thursday.
For the Coastal Flood Warning, until 5 PM EDT Tuesday. For the
Beach Hazards Statement, until 8 PM EDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...2 to 4 feet of inundation above ground level is
expected 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. Vulnerable portions of NC-12 may be inundated,
especially around high tide. There is a possibility of being
stranded on Hatteras Island for multiple days. This could be
life threatening if you have an emergency. 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...This is a long duration event with
uncertainty on when conditions will improve. Significant ocean
overwash impacts are expected at vulnerable oceanside areas
through multiple high tide cycles into the work week. Minor
soundside water level rises will also be possible.

Severity

Severe (4/5) · CAP Severe

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