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Flood Statement
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
324 PM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in North
Carolina...

  Trent River At West of Trenton affecting Jones County.

For the Trent River...including West of Trenton...Minor flooding is
forecast.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Turn around, don`t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.

Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive
cars through flooded areas.

Flooding is occurring or is imminent. Most flood related deaths
occur in automobiles. Do not attempt to cross water covered bridges,
dips, or low water crossings. Never try to cross a flowing stream,
even a small one, on foot. To escape rising water find another route
over higher ground.

Additional information is available at water.weather.gov/ahps.

The next statement will be issued Thursday morning at 630 AM EDT.

&&

NCC103-191030-
/O.EXT.KMHX.FL.W.0026.000000T0000Z-240920T0000Z/
/TNTN7.1.ER.240918T1626Z.240919T0600Z.240919T1800Z.NO/
324 PM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

...FLOOD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL TOMORROW EVENING...

* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.

* WHERE...Trent River at West of Trenton.

* WHEN...Until tomorrow evening.

* IMPACTS...At 14.0 feet, Farmland and fields are flooded along the
  river. Water inundates the Trent River Campground.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
  - At 2:45 PM EDT Wednesday the stage was 14.3 feet.
  - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours
    ending at 2:45 PM EDT Wednesday was 14.3 feet.
  - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 14.7
    feet just after midnight tonight. It will then fall below
    flood stage early tomorrow afternoon.
  - Flood stage is 14.0 feet.
  - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

&&

LAT...LON 3499 7749 3501 7760 3508 7759 3506 7752
      3513 7741 3510 7734 3505 7735


$$

27

Flood Statement
National Weather Service Raleigh NC
321 PM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in North
Carolina...

  Neuse River At Smithfield affecting Johnston County.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Turn around, don`t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.

Additional information is available at www.weather.gov/rah/rivers.

The next statement will be issued by late tonight.

&&

NCC101-190730-
/O.EXT.KRAH.FL.W.0044.000000T0000Z-240919T1940Z/
/SMFN7.1.ER.240917T1757Z.240918T1815Z.240919T0740Z.NO/
321 PM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

...FLOOD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL TOMORROW AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.

* WHERE...Neuse River at Smithfield.

* WHEN...Until tomorrow afternoon.

* IMPACTS...At 15.0 feet, Minor flooding begins. Flooding begins
  along the Neuse Riverwalk. Water nears the base of the holding
  tank at the water treatment plant.
  At 18.0 feet, Moderate flooding begins. The Smithfield town park
  and the Neuse Riverwalk at the US70 bridge are flooded.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
  - At 2:15 PM EDT Wednesday the stage was 17.5 feet.
  - Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage
    late tonight and continue falling to 6.0 feet Monday morning.
  - Flood stage is 15.0 feet.


&&

           Fld   Observed           Forecasts (2 pm EDT)
Location   Stg   Stg   Day/Time     Thu   Fri   Sat   Sun

Neuse River
Smithfield 15.0  17.5  Wed 2 pm EDT 11.0  7.7   7.0   6.3


&&

LAT...LON 3554 7829 3548 7834 3544 7829 3541 7833
      3547 7842 3556 7835


$$

10

Flood Statement
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
1212 PM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in North
Carolina...

  Northeast Cape Fear River Near Chinquapin affecting Duplin County.

For the North East Cape Fear River...including Chinquapin...Minor
flooding is forecast.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Flooding is occurring or is imminent. Most flood related deaths
occur in automobiles. Do not attempt to cross water covered bridges,
dips, or low water crossings. Never try to cross a flowing stream,
even a small one, on foot. To escape rising water find another route
over higher ground.

Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the
dangers of flooding.

Turn around, don`t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.

Additional information is available at water.weather.gov/ahps.

The next statement will be issued late tonight at 315 AM EDT.

&&

NCC061-190715-
/O.CON.KMHX.FL.W.0023.000000T0000Z-240921T0600Z/
/CHIN7.1.ER.240918T0545Z.240919T0600Z.240921T0000Z.UU/
1212 PM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

...FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL EARLY SATURDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.

* WHERE...Northeast Cape Fear River near Chinquapin.

* WHEN...Until early Saturday morning.

* IMPACTS...At 13.0 feet, Low land flooding adjacent to the river
  and its tributaries is expected. River access docks are impacted
  as well.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
  - At 11:30 AM EDT Wednesday the stage was 13.7 feet.
  - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours
    ending at 11:30 AM EDT Wednesday was 13.7 feet.
  - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 14.0
    feet just after midnight tonight. It will then fall below
    flood stage Friday evening.
  - Flood stage is 13.0 feet.
  - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

&&

LAT...LON 3499 7779 3481 7777 3472 7786 3472 7798
      3482 7792 3498 7795


$$

ZC

Flood Statement
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
1125 AM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in North
Carolina...

  Cape Fear River At Elizabethtown affecting Bladen County.

...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in North
Carolina...

  Cape Fear River At William O Huske Lock And Dam 3 affecting
  Bladen and Cumberland Counties.

  Northeast Cape Fear River Near Burgaw affecting Pender County.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Turn around, don`t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.

Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive
cars through flooded areas.

Additional information is available at
water.weather.gov/ahps2/index.php?wfo=ilm .

The next statement will be issued by late tonight.

&&

NCC017-051-190830-
/O.EXT.KILM.FL.W.0039.000000T0000Z-240922T1930Z/
/STPN7.1.ER.240917T1947Z.240918T1800Z.240922T0130Z.NO/
1125 AM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

...FLOOD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL SUNDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.

* WHERE...Cape Fear River at William O Huske Lock And Dam 3.

* WHEN...Until Sunday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...At 48.0 feet, The access road for the wildlife boat ramp
  at Tar Heel Ferry Road may be flooded.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
  - At 11:00 AM EDT Wednesday the stage was 47.6 feet.
  - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 48.1
    feet this afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage late
    Saturday evening.
  - Flood stage is 42.0 feet.
  - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

&&

LAT...LON 3495 7887 3495 7875 3478 7874 3472 7865
      3465 7872 3474 7884


$$

Flood Statement
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
1125 AM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in North
Carolina...

  Cape Fear River At Elizabethtown affecting Bladen County.

...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in North
Carolina...

  Cape Fear River At William O Huske Lock And Dam 3 affecting
  Bladen and Cumberland Counties.

  Northeast Cape Fear River Near Burgaw affecting Pender County.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Turn around, don`t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.

Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive
cars through flooded areas.

Additional information is available at
water.weather.gov/ahps2/index.php?wfo=ilm .

The next statement will be issued by late tonight.

&&

NCC017-190830-
/O.EXT.KILM.FL.W.0041.000000T0000Z-240920T1648Z/
/ELZN7.1.ER.240918T1327Z.240919T0600Z.240919T2248Z.NO/
1125 AM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

...FLOOD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL EARLY FRIDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.

* WHERE...Cape Fear River at Elizabethtown.

* WHEN...Until early Friday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...At 27.0 feet, Floodwaters will affect farmers` fields
  adjacent to the river requiring the movement of farm equipment to
  higher ground. The lower part of Cape Owen Manor Road may become
  impassable.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
  - At 11:20 AM EDT Wednesday the stage was 25.3 feet.
  - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 26.4
    feet just after midnight tonight. It will then fall below
    flood stage tomorrow evening.
  - Flood stage is 25.0 feet.
  - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

&&

LAT...LON 3472 7865 3466 7852 3456 7838 3450 7847
      3459 7859 3465 7872


$$

Flood Statement
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
1125 AM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in North
Carolina...

  Cape Fear River At Elizabethtown affecting Bladen County.

...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in North
Carolina...

  Cape Fear River At William O Huske Lock And Dam 3 affecting
  Bladen and Cumberland Counties.

  Northeast Cape Fear River Near Burgaw affecting Pender County.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Turn around, don`t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.

Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive
cars through flooded areas.

Additional information is available at
water.weather.gov/ahps2/index.php?wfo=ilm .

The next statement will be issued by late tonight.

&&

NCC141-190830-
/O.EXT.KILM.FL.W.0040.240919T0430Z-000000T0000Z/
/BGWN7.2.ER.240919T0430Z.240920T1800Z.000000T0000Z.NO/
1125 AM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

...FLOOD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT UNTIL FURTHER
NOTICE...

* WHAT...Moderate flooding is forecast.

* WHERE...Northeast Cape Fear River near Burgaw.

* WHEN...From late tonight until further notice.

* IMPACTS...At 12.0 feet, Flooding worsens in the River Bend, River
  Birch and Alligator Lake subdivisions off Highway 53 on the east
  bank of the river. Floodwaters continue to rise on Croomsbridge
  Road and Old Maple Hill Road. Holly Shelter Estates and the Sandy
  Bend subdivision begin to be affected.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
  - At 10:30 AM EDT Wednesday the stage was 8.0 feet.
  - Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage
    just after midnight tonight and continue rising to a crest of
    12.2 feet early Friday afternoon.
  - Flood stage is 10.0 feet.
  - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

&&

LAT...LON 3472 7798 3472 7786 3460 7776 3445 7779
      3444 7788 3457 7788


$$

LEW

Flood Warning
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
1029 AM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

...The National Weather Service in Wilmington NC has issued a Flood
Warning for the following rivers in North Carolina...

  Waccamaw River near Freeland affecting Columbus and Brunswick
  Counties.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Turn around, don`t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.

Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive
cars through flooded areas.

Additional information is available at
water.weather.gov/ahps2/index.php?wfo=ilm .

The next statement will be issued by late tonight.

&&

NCC019-047-190830-
/O.NEW.KILM.FL.W.0042.240919T0000Z-000000T0000Z/
/FREN7.1.ER.240919T0000Z.240922T1800Z.000000T0000Z.NO/
1029 AM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

...FLOOD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE...

* WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast.

* WHERE...Waccamaw River near Freeland.

* WHEN...From this evening until further notice.

* IMPACTS...At 15.0 feet, Water will continue to spread out of its
  banks and into swamps along the river and some yards near the
  river may begin to flood. This includes areas along Rivergate
  Drive, the end of Reaves Ferry Road near Nakina, the end of
  Mosquito Rd NW, Kingtown Road, and Crusoe Island Road.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
  - At 9:30 AM EDT Wednesday the stage was 14.8 feet.
  - Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage
    this evening and continue rising to 15.4 feet early Sunday
    afternoon. Additional rises are possible thereafter.
  - Flood stage is 15.0 feet.
  - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

&&

LAT...LON 3421 7862 3421 7854 3410 7853 3397 7856
      3404 7867 3412 7864


$$

LEW

Flood Statement
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
1011 AM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in North
Carolina...

  New River At Gum Branch affecting Onslow County.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Turn around, don`t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.

Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks.

Flooding is occurring or is imminent. Most flood related deaths
occur in automobiles. Do not attempt to cross water covered bridges,
dips, or low water crossings. Never try to cross a flowing stream,
even a small one, on foot. To escape rising water find another route
over higher ground.

Additional information is available at water.weather.gov/ahps.

The next statement will be issued late tonight at 115 AM EDT.

&&

NCC133-190515-
/O.CON.KMHX.FL.W.0025.000000T0000Z-000000T0000Z/
/GUMN7.1.ER.240917T2033Z.240918T0915Z.000000T0000Z.NO/
1011 AM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

...FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE...

* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring.

* WHERE...New River at Gum Branch.

* WHEN...Until further notice.

* IMPACTS...At 14.0 feet, Water threatens homes at the end of Forest
  Bluff Drive. Minor farmland flooding along the river occurs.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
  - At 9:45 AM EDT Wednesday the stage was 14.8 feet.
  - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours
    ending at 9:45 AM EDT Wednesday was 14.9 feet.
  - Forecast...No forecast is available for this location.
  - Flood stage is 14.0 feet.
  - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

&&

LAT...LON 3489 7753 3487 7749 3484 7746 3480 7745
      3479 7748 3483 7751 3487 7755


$$

ZC


Coastal Flood Advisory


Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
311 PM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

NCZ106-108-110-190300-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0111.240918T2300Z-240919T0300Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-Coastal Brunswick-
311 PM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM TO 11 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level
  expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
  waterways.

* WHERE...Coastal Pender, Coastal New Hanover and Coastal
  Brunswick Counties.

* WHEN...From 7 PM to 11 PM EDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal
  Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal
  flooding. Check with local officials for any road closures or
  impacts.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
  average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
  flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
  other factors.

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.

Mercer Pier at Wrightsville Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 8.0 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft

             Total      Total    Departure
 Day/Time    Tide       Tide     from Norm   Waves    Flood
            ft MLLW    ft MHHW       ft       ft      Impact
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 18/08 PM     6.2        1.7        0.8        2      Minor
 19/09 AM     6.5        2.0        0.9        2      Minor
 19/09 PM     6.2        1.7        1.0        2      Minor
 20/09 AM     6.8        2.3        1.2        2      Minor
 20/10 PM     6.1        1.6        1.2        2      Minor
 21/10 AM     6.7        2.2        1.2        2      Minor

&&

$$

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
311 PM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

NCZ107-190515-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0111.240919T0000Z-240919T0600Z/
Inland New Hanover-
311 PM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO
2 AM EDT THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level
  expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
  waterways.

* WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown
  Wilmington.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 2 AM EDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...The lowest portions of Battleship Road and USS North
  Carolina Road observe minor coastal flooding of about one foot
  in depth. In downtown Wilmington, several blocks of Water
  Street observe shallow flooding from one half to one foot in
  depth. The low-lying areas along River Road and adjacent
  residential roads, south of River Road Park, will begin to
  flood. Route 133 at Little Mallory Creek may begin to flood.
  Check with local officials for any road closures or impacts.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
  average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
  flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
  other factors.

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.

Cape Fear River at Wilmington
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.5 ft, Moderate 6.8 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 0.8 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 5.3 ft

             Total      Total    Departure
 Day/Time    Tide       Tide     from Norm   Waves    Flood
            ft MLLW    ft MHHW       ft       ft      Impact
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 18/11 PM     6.4        1.7        1.0       N/A     Minor
 19/11 AM     6.4        1.7        1.0       N/A     Minor
 20/12 AM     6.2        1.5        1.1       N/A     Minor
 20/12 PM     6.7        2.0        1.2       N/A     Minor
 21/12 AM     6.2        1.5        1.2       N/A     Minor

&&

$$

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
1054 AM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

NCZ204-190200-
/O.EXT.KMHX.CF.Y.0022.000000T0000Z-240919T0200Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.BH.S.0065.000000T0000Z-240919T0000Z/
Ocracoke Island-
1054 AM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...

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

* WHERE...Ocracoke Island.

* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 10 PM EDT this
  evening. For the Beach Hazards Statement, until 8 PM EDT this
  evening.

* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only
  isolated road closures expected. Rip currents can sweep even
  the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The most likely time for strong rip
  currents to occur is a couple hours either side of low tide,
  which will occur around 3 PM today.

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.

&&

$$


Beach Hazards Statement


Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wakefield VA
103 PM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

MDZ025-NCZ102-190000-
/O.CON.KAKQ.BH.S.0011.000000T0000Z-240919T0000Z/
Maryland Beaches-Eastern Currituck-
103 PM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerous Rip Currents.

* WHERE...In Maryland, Maryland Beaches County. In North
  Carolina, Eastern Currituck County.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Breaking waves of 3 to 5 feet will result in rough surf
conditions and a high risk of rip currents.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.

&&

$$

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
1054 AM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

NCZ196-190000-
/O.CAN.KMHX.CF.Y.0022.000000T0000Z-240918T1500Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.BH.S.0065.000000T0000Z-240919T0000Z/
East Carteret-
1054 AM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents.

* WHERE...Core Banks beaches.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The most likely time for strong rip
  currents to occur is a couple hours either side of low tide,
  which will occur around 1:45 PM today.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
1054 AM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

NCZ203-205-190000-
/O.CON.KMHX.BH.S.0065.000000T0000Z-240919T0000Z/
Northern Outer Banks-Hatteras Island-
1054 AM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents.

* WHERE...The beaches north of Cape Hatteras.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The most likely time for strong rip
  currents to occur is a couple hours either side of low tide,
  which will occur around 2:15 PM.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
1054 AM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

NCZ204-190200-
/O.EXT.KMHX.CF.Y.0022.000000T0000Z-240919T0200Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.BH.S.0065.000000T0000Z-240919T0000Z/
Ocracoke Island-
1054 AM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...

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

* WHERE...Ocracoke Island.

* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 10 PM EDT this
  evening. For the Beach Hazards Statement, until 8 PM EDT this
  evening.

* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only
  isolated road closures expected. Rip currents can sweep even
  the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The most likely time for strong rip
  currents to occur is a couple hours either side of low tide,
  which will occur around 3 PM today.

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.

&&

$$


Hazardous Weather Outlook


Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
250 PM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

NCZ106-108-191900-
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
250 PM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

...MODERATE RISK OF RIP CURRENTS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM TO 11 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for southeast North Carolina.

.DAY ONE...This afternoon and tonight.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Moderate Risk of Rip Currents.
   Coastal Flood Advisory.

Moderate Risk of Rip Currents.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Thursday through Tuesday.

Minor coastal flooding is possible with the evening high tides
through Friday.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

$$

Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
250 PM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

NCZ107-191900-
Inland New Hanover-
250 PM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 2 AM
EDT THURSDAY...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for southeast North Carolina.

.DAY ONE...This afternoon and tonight.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Coastal Flood Advisory.

Hazardous weather is not expected.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Thursday through Tuesday.

Minor coastal flooding is possible with successive high tides
through Friday.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

$$

Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
1059 AM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

NCZ029-044>047-079>081-090>092-094-193-194-198-191500-
Martin-Pitt-Washington-Tyrrell-Mainland Dare-Greene-Beaufort-
Mainland Hyde-Duplin-Lenoir-Jones-Pamlico-Northern Craven-
Southern Craven-Inland Onslow-
1059 AM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for eastern North Carolina.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

Hazardous weather is not expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Thursday through Tuesday.

Hazardous weather is not expected at this time.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

$$

Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
1059 AM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

NCZ195-199-191500-
West Carteret-Coastal Onslow-
1059 AM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

...MODERATE RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for eastern North Carolina.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Moderate Rip Current Risk.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Thursday through Tuesday.

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

$$

Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
1059 AM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

NCZ196-191500-
East Carteret-
1059 AM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING
NORTH OF CAPE LOOKOUT...
...MODERATE RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING
SOUTH OF CAPE LOOKOUT...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for eastern North Carolina.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Beach Hazards Statement.
   Moderate Rip Current Risk.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Thursday through Tuesday.

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

$$

Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
1059 AM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

NCZ203-205-191500-
Northern Outer Banks-Hatteras Island-
1059 AM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for eastern North Carolina.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Beach Hazards Statement.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Thursday through Tuesday.

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

$$

Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
1059 AM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

NCZ204-191500-
Ocracoke Island-
1059 AM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for eastern North Carolina.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Beach Hazards Statement.
   Coastal Flood Advisory.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Thursday through Tuesday.

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

$$

Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Wakefield VA
414 AM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

MDZ025-NCZ102-190815-
Maryland Beaches-Eastern Currituck-
414 AM EDT Wed Sep 18 2024

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for southeast Maryland and
northeast North Carolina.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Beach Hazards Statement.
   HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Thursday through Tuesday.

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

$$

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