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Beach Hazards Statement 8, NWS Newport/Morehead City, NC

May 11, 2022Carteret County, Dare County, Hyde County, North Carolina

NWS Newport/Morehead City, NC issued this beach hazards statement at May 11, 2022, 7:47 PM EDT for Carteret County, Dare County, Hyde County, North Carolina. It took effect at May 11, 2022, 8:00 PM EDT. It was in force for 24 hr.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
May 11, 2022, 7:47 PM EDT (23:47 UTC)
In effect from
May 11, 2022, 8:00 PM EDT
Expired
May 12, 2022, 8:00 PM EDT
In force
24 hr
Issued by
NWS Newport/Morehead City, NC

Counties Carteret County, NC, Dare County, NC, Hyde County, NC

The radar

The Morehead City radar (KMHX), 92 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 23:49 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

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The nearest sounding before it

Newport, NC (KMHX), launched 12:00Z, 11.8 hours before the alert went out and 92 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Newport, NC at 12:00Z on 2022-05-11Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°0°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Newport, NC at 12:00Z on 2022-05-11The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 187 square meters per square second.193958Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
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0 J/kg
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No buoyant parcel
Mixed-layer LCL
624 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
38 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
187 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
148 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
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296 
WHUS42 KMHX 112347
CFWMHX

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
747 PM EDT Wed May 11 2022

NCZ203-205-121200-
/O.CAN.KMHX.BH.S.0007.000000T0000Z-220512T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KMHX.BH.S.0008.220512T0000Z-220513T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.CF.W.0002.000000T0000Z-220512T1000Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.SU.Y.0010.000000T0000Z-220513T0000Z/
Northern Outer Banks-Hatteras Island-
747 PM EDT Wed May 11 2022

...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT
THURSDAY...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THURSDAY...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, 2 to 4 feet of inundation
  above ground level expected near vulnerable dune structures. For
  the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 8 to 11 feet in
  the surf zone. For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip 
  currents, large breaking waves expected, and strong longshore 
  currents in the surf zone.

* WHERE...Oceanside Outer Banks, north of Cape Hatteras, and
  soundside south of Buxton.

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

* IMPACTS...Up to 2 to 4 feet of inundation above ground level 
  is expected for beach-adjacent properties and roadways, 
  resulting in a significant threat to life and property. 
  Numerous roads may be closed, including several sections of NC 
  12 on Hatteras Island. Low lying property including homes, 
  businesses, and some critical infrastructure will be 
  inundated. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and 
  shoreline erosion will occur. 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...Conditions will remain the same, then
  gradually improve through the day Thursday. The greatest threat
  of ocean overwash and inundation will occur around the times of
  high tide. Dune erosion will be progressive and overwash will
  likely be worse with each successive high tide. High tide will
  be around 430 PM Wednesday afternoon and again around 500 AM
  Thursday morning. NC DOT is reporting that NC-12 between Oregon
  Inlet and Rodanthe will remain closed through at least Thursday
  morning.

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. 

Shore break occurs when waves break directly on the beach. It is
extremely important to protect your head and neck whenever you
are in breaking waves by keeping your hands in front of you at
all times.

&&

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 
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 11/04 PM     2.5        1.3        1.9        3      Minor    
 12/07 AM     2.1        0.9        1.5       2-3      None    
 12/06 PM     2.1        0.9        1.3       1-2      None    
 13/04 AM     1.9        0.7        1.3        1       None    
 13/06 PM     1.8        0.6        1.0       1-2      None    
 14/06 AM     1.8        0.6        1.1        1       None

&&

$$

NCZ196-204-121200-
/O.CAN.KMHX.BH.S.0007.000000T0000Z-220512T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KMHX.BH.S.0008.220512T0000Z-220513T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-220512T1000Z/
East Carteret-Ocracoke Island-
747 PM EDT Wed May 11 2022

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT
THURSDAY...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT NORTH OF CAPE LOOKOUT 
THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, 1 to 3 feet of 
  inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near 
  shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards 
  Statement, dangerous rip currents and large breaking waves 
  expected.

* WHERE...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, areas along the 
  southern Pamlico Sound, lower Neuse River, and adjacent tidal 
  creeks. For the Beach Hazards Statement, oceanside Ocracoke 
  Island and Core Banks north of Cape Lookout.

* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 6 AM EDT 
  Thursday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, through 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. Strong longshore currents 
  will create dangerous swimming conditions.

* 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 10:00 AM Thursday.

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.

Shore break occurs when waves break directly on the beach. It is
extremely important to protect your head and neck whenever you
are in breaking waves by keeping your hands in front of you at
all times.

Strong longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip
currents, piers, jetties and other hazardous areas. In many
cases, the longshore current is strong enough to prevent swimmers
from being able to keep their feet on the bottom making it
difficult to return to shore.

&&

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 
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 11/05 PM     4.8       -1.0        2.1        1       None    
 12/05 AM     5.0       -0.8        2.3        1      Minor    
 12/05 PM     4.7       -1.1        1.9        1       None    
 13/05 AM     4.2       -1.6        1.7        1       None    
 13/07 PM     4.7       -1.1        1.3        1       None    
 14/07 AM     4.0       -1.8        1.2        1       None

&&

$$

NCZ094-194-121000-
/O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-220512T1000Z/
Pamlico-Southern Craven-
747 PM EDT Wed May 11 2022

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...1 to 3 feet of inundation above ground level expected 
  in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.

* WHERE...Areas along the southern Pamlico Sound, Trent, Bay and 
  lower Neuse Rivers, and adjacent tidal creeks.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM EDT Thursday.

* 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.

&&

$$
5 follow-up statements
056 
WHUS42 KMHX 120944
CFWMHX

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
544 AM EDT Thu May 12 2022

NCZ203-205-122145-
/O.CAN.KMHX.CF.W.0002.000000T0000Z-220512T1000Z/
/O.EXB.KMHX.CF.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-220513T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.SU.Y.0010.000000T0000Z-220513T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.BH.S.0008.000000T0000Z-220513T0000Z/
Northern Outer Banks-Hatteras Island-
544 AM EDT Thu May 12 2022

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY 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...
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 8 to
  11 feet in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, 1 to 3
  feet of inundation above ground level expected near vulnerable
  dune structures. For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip
  currents and large breaking waves in the surf zone.

* WHERE...Northern Outer Banks and Hatteras Island.

* WHEN...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
  expected for beach-adjacent properties and roadways, resulting
  in a significant threat to life and property. Numerous roads may
  be closed, including several sections of NC 12 on Hatteras
  Island. Low lying property including homes, businesses, and some
  critical infrastructure will be inundated. Dangerous swimming
  and surfing conditions and shoreline erosion will occur. 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. 

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Conditions will remain the same, then
  gradually improve through the day Thursday. The greatest threat
  of ocean overwash and inundation will occur around the times of
  high tide. Dune erosion will be progressive and overwash will
  likely be worse with each successive high tide. High tide will
  be around 500 AM Thursday morning and again around 530 PM
  Thursday evening. NC DOT is reporting that NC-12 between Oregon
  Inlet and Rodanthe will remain closed through at least Thursday
  morning.

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.

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


&&


$$

NCZ196-204-122145-
/O.EXT.KMHX.CF.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-220513T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.BH.S.0008.000000T0000Z-220513T0000Z/
East Carteret-Ocracoke Island-
544 AM EDT Thu May 12 2022

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

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, around 1 foot of 
  inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines
  and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous
  rip currents, large breaking waves, and strong longshore 
  currents in the surf zone.

* WHERE...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, areas along the southern
  Pamlico Sound, southern Core Sound, lower Neuse River, and 
  adjacent tidal creeks. For the Beach Hazards Statement, 
  oceanside Ocracoke Island and Core Banks north of Cape Lookout.

* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 8 PM EDT this 
  evening. For the Beach Hazards Statement, through 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. Strong 
  longshore currents will create dangerous swimming conditions.

* 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 10:00 AM Thursday.

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.

Shore break occurs when waves break directly on the beach. It is
extremely important to protect your head and neck whenever you
are in breaking waves by keeping your hands in front of you at
all times.

Strong longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip
currents, piers, jetties and other hazardous areas. In many
cases, the longshore current is strong enough to prevent swimmers
from being able to keep their feet on the bottom making it
difficult to return to shore.

&&

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 
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 12/05 AM     5.0       -0.8        2.3        1      Minor    
 12/06 PM     5.0       -0.8        1.9        1      Minor    
 13/06 AM     4.5       -1.3        1.7        1       None    
 13/07 PM     4.9       -0.9        1.5        1       None    
 14/07 AM     4.2       -1.6        1.4        1       None    
 14/08 PM     5.1       -0.7        1.4        1      Minor


&&

$$

NCZ094-194-122145-
/O.EXT.KMHX.CF.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-220513T0000Z/
Pamlico-Southern Craven-
544 AM EDT Thu May 12 2022

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Around 1 foot of inundation above ground level expected
  in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.

* WHERE...Areas along the southern Pamlico Sound, Trent, Bay and 
  lower Neuse Rivers, and adjacent tidal creeks.

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

* 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.

&&

$$
826 
WHUS42 KMHX 120958
CFWMHX

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
558 AM EDT Thu May 12 2022

NCZ203-205-122200-
/O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-220513T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.SU.Y.0010.000000T0000Z-220513T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.BH.S.0008.000000T0000Z-220513T0000Z/
Northern Outer Banks-Hatteras Island-
558 AM EDT Thu May 12 2022

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY 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 High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 8 
  to 11 feet in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, 1 
  to 3 feet of inundation above ground level expected near 
  vulnerable dune structures. For the Beach Hazards Statement, 
  dangerous rip currents and large breaking waves in the surf 
  zone.

* WHERE...Northern Outer Banks and Hatteras Island.

* WHEN...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 expected for beach-adjacent properties and roadways, 
  resulting in a significant threat to life and property. 
  Numerous roads may be closed, including several sections of NC 
  12 on Hatteras Island. Low lying property including homes, 
  businesses, and some critical infrastructure will be 
  inundated. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and 
  shoreline erosion will occur. 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.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Conditions will remain the same, then 
  gradually improve through the day Thursday. The greatest 
  threat of ocean overwash and inundation will occur around the 
  times of high tide. Dune erosion will be progressive and 
  overwash will likely be worse with each successive high tide. 
  High tide will be around 500 AM Thursday morning and again 
  around 530 PM Thursday evening. NC DOT is reporting that NC-12 
  between Oregon Inlet and Rodanthe will remain closed through 
  at least Thursday morning.

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.

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

&&



&&

$$

NCZ196-204-122200-
/O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-220513T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.BH.S.0008.000000T0000Z-220513T0000Z/
East Carteret-Ocracoke Island-
558 AM EDT Thu May 12 2022

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

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, 1 to 2 feet of 
  inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines
  and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous
  rip currents, large breaking waves, and strong longshore 
  currents in the surf zone.

* WHERE...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, areas along the 
  southern Pamlico Sound, southern Core Sound, lower Neuse 
  River, and adjacent tidal creeks. For the Beach Hazards 
  Statement, oceanside Ocracoke Island and Core Banks north of 
  Cape Lookout.

* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 8 PM EDT this 
  evening. For the Beach Hazards Statement, through 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. Strong 
  longshore currents will create dangerous swimming conditions.

* 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 10:00 AM Thursday.

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.

Shore break occurs when waves break directly on the beach. It is
extremely important to protect your head and neck whenever you
are in breaking waves by keeping your hands in front of you at
all times.

Strong longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip
currents, piers, jetties and other hazardous areas. In many
cases, the longshore current is strong enough to prevent swimmers
from being able to keep their feet on the bottom making it
difficult to return to shore.

&&

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 
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 12/05 AM     5.0       -0.8        2.3        1      Minor    
 12/06 PM     5.0       -0.8        1.9        1      Minor    
 13/06 AM     4.5       -1.3        1.7        1       None    
 13/07 PM     4.9       -0.9        1.5        1       None    
 14/07 AM     4.2       -1.6        1.4        1       None    
 14/08 PM     5.1       -0.7        1.4        1      Minor



&&

$$

NCZ094-194-122200-
/O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-220513T0000Z/
Pamlico-Southern Craven-
558 AM EDT Thu May 12 2022

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level expected in
  low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.

* WHERE...Areas along the southern Pamlico Sound, Trent, Bay and 
  lower Neuse Rivers, and adjacent tidal creeks.

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

* 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.

&&

$$
045 
WHUS42 KMHX 121402
CFWMHX

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
1002 AM EDT Thu May 12 2022

NCZ203-205-130000-
/O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-220513T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.SU.Y.0010.000000T0000Z-220513T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.BH.S.0008.000000T0000Z-220513T0000Z/
Northern Outer Banks-Hatteras Island-
1002 AM EDT Thu May 12 2022

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY 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 UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 8 
  to 11 feet in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, 1 
  to 3 feet of inundation above ground level expected near 
  vulnerable dune structures. For the Beach Hazards Statement, 
  dangerous rip currents and large breaking waves in the surf 
  zone.

* WHERE...Northern Outer Banks and Hatteras Island.

* WHEN...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 expected for beach-adjacent properties and roadways, 
  resulting in a significant threat to life and property. 
  Numerous roads may be closed, including several sections of NC 
  12 on Hatteras Island. Low lying property including homes, 
  businesses, and some critical infrastructure will be 
  inundated. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and 
  shoreline erosion will occur. 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.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Conditions will remain the same, then 
  gradually improve through the day Thursday. The greatest 
  threat of ocean overwash and inundation will occur around the 
  times of high tide. Dune erosion will be progressive and 
  overwash will likely be worse with each successive high tide. 
  High tide will be around 500 AM Thursday morning and again 
  around 530 PM Thursday evening. NC DOT is reporting that NC-12 
  between Oregon Inlet and Rodanthe will remain closed through 
  at least Thursday morning.

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.

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

&&

$$

NCZ196-204-130000-
/O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-220513T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.BH.S.0008.000000T0000Z-220513T0000Z/
East Carteret-Ocracoke Island-
1002 AM EDT Thu May 12 2022

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

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, 1 to 2 feet of 
  inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near 
  shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards 
  Statement, dangerous rip currents, large breaking waves, and 
  strong longshore currents in the surf zone.

* WHERE...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, areas along the 
  southern Pamlico Sound, southern Core Sound, lower Neuse 
  River, and adjacent tidal creeks. For the Beach Hazards 
  Statement, oceanside Ocracoke Island and Core Banks north of 
  Cape Lookout.

* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 8 PM EDT this 
  evening. For the Beach Hazards Statement, through 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. Strong 
  longshore currents will create dangerous swimming conditions.

* 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 10:00 AM Thursday.

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.

Shore break occurs when waves break directly on the beach. It is
extremely important to protect your head and neck whenever you
are in breaking waves by keeping your hands in front of you at
all times.

Strong longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip
currents, piers, jetties and other hazardous areas. In many
cases, the longshore current is strong enough to prevent swimmers
from being able to keep their feet on the bottom making it
difficult to return to shore.

&&

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 
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 12/06 AM     5.0       -0.8        2.2        1      Minor    
 12/06 PM     5.0       -0.8        1.9        1      Minor    
 13/06 AM     4.5       -1.3        1.7        1       None    
 13/07 PM     4.9       -0.9        1.5        1       None    
 14/07 AM     4.2       -1.6        1.4        1       None    
 14/08 PM     5.1       -0.7        1.4        1      Minor

&&

$$

NCZ094-194-130000-
/O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-220513T0000Z/
Pamlico-Southern Craven-
1002 AM EDT Thu May 12 2022

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level expected 
  in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.

* WHERE...Areas along the southern Pamlico Sound, Trent, Bay and 
  lower Neuse Rivers, and adjacent tidal creeks.

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

* 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.

&&

$$
910 
WHUS42 KMHX 122006
CFWMHX

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
406 PM EDT Thu May 12 2022

NCZ203-205-130815-
/O.EXT.KMHX.CF.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-220513T1200Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.SU.Y.0010.000000T0000Z-220513T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.BH.S.0008.000000T0000Z-220513T0000Z/
Northern Outer Banks-Hatteras Island-
406 PM EDT Thu May 12 2022

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT FRIDAY...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 6 to
  9 feet in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, 1 to 2
  feet of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near 
  shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards Statement,
  dangerous rip currents and large breaking waves in the surf 
  zone.

* WHERE...Hatteras Island and Northern Outer Banks.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 PM EDT this 
  evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 8 AM EDT 
  Friday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, until 8 PM EDT this 
  evening.

* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only 
  isolated road closures expected. 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.

* 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 midnight and 12:00 PM Fri.

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.

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. 

Shore break occurs when waves break directly on the beach. It is
extremely important to protect your head and neck whenever you
are in breaking waves by keeping your hands in front of you at
all times.

&&

$$

NCZ196-204-130815-
/O.EXT.KMHX.CF.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-220513T1200Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.BH.S.0008.000000T0000Z-220513T0000Z/
East Carteret-Ocracoke Island-
406 PM EDT Thu May 12 2022

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

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of 
  inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near 
  shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards 
  Statement, dangerous rip currents, large breaking waves, and 
  strong longshore currents in the surf zone.

* WHERE...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, areas along the 
  southern Pamlico Sound, southern Core Sound, lower Neuse 
  River, and adjacent tidal creeks. For the Beach Hazards 
  Statement, oceanside Ocracoke Island and Core Banks north of 
  Cape Lookout.

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

* IMPACTS...Up to 1 foot 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. 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...The most likely time for strong rip 
  currents to occur is a couple hours either side of low tide, 
  which will occur around midnight and 12:00 PM Fri.

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.

Shore break occurs when waves break directly on the beach. It is
extremely important to protect your head and neck whenever you
are in breaking waves by keeping your hands in front of you at
all times.

Strong longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip
currents, piers, jetties and other hazardous areas. In many
cases, the longshore current is strong enough to prevent swimmers
from being able to keep their feet on the bottom making it
difficult to return to shore.

&&

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 
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 12/06 PM     5.3       -0.5        2.2        1      Minor    
 13/06 AM     5.0       -0.8        2.2        1      Minor    
 13/07 PM     5.4       -0.4        2.0        1      Minor    
 14/07 AM     4.8       -1.0        2.0        1       None    
 14/07 PM     5.6       -0.2        2.0        1     Moderate  
 15/08 AM     4.7       -1.1        1.9        1       None

&&

$$

NCZ094-194-130815-
/O.EXT.KMHX.CF.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-220513T1200Z/
Pamlico-Southern Craven-
406 PM EDT Thu May 12 2022

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Up to 1 foot of inundation above ground level expected in
  low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.

* WHERE...Areas along the Pamlico Sound, Trent, Bay and lower 
  Neuse Rivers, and adjacent tidal creeks.

* WHEN...Until 8 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.

&&

$$
006 
WHUS42 KMHX 130005
CFWMHX

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
805 PM EDT Thu May 12 2022

NCZ203-131215-
/O.CAN.KMHX.CF.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-220513T1200Z/
/O.EXP.KMHX.SU.Y.0010.000000T0000Z-220513T0000Z/
/O.EXP.KMHX.BH.S.0008.000000T0000Z-220513T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KMHX.BH.S.0009.220513T0005Z-220514T0000Z/
Northern Outer Banks-
805 PM EDT Thu May 12 2022

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents.

* WHERE...Northern Outer Banks beaches.

* WHEN...Through Friday 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 11:45 AM Friday.

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.

&&

$$

NCZ205-131215-
/O.EXP.KMHX.SU.Y.0010.000000T0000Z-220513T0000Z/
/O.EXP.KMHX.BH.S.0008.000000T0000Z-220513T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KMHX.BH.S.0009.220513T0005Z-220514T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-220513T1200Z/
Hatteras Island-
805 PM EDT Thu May 12 2022

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING NORTH
OF CAPE HATTERAS... 
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT 
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, 1 to 2 feet of 
  inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines
  and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous
  rip currents.

* WHERE...Hatteras Island.

* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Friday. 
  For the Beach Hazards Statement, through Friday 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 11:45 AM Friday.

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.

&&

$$

NCZ196-204-131200-
/O.EXP.KMHX.BH.S.0008.000000T0000Z-220513T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-220513T1200Z/
East Carteret-Ocracoke Island-
805 PM EDT Thu May 12 2022

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT
FRIDAY...

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

* WHERE...Areas along the lower Neuse River, Pamlico, Core and 
  Back Sounds, and adjacent tidal creeks, and areas along the 
  beaches, Pamlico Sound, and adjacent tidal creeks.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Up to 1 foot 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 may 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.

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 
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 12/06 PM     5.3       -0.5        2.2        1      Minor    
 13/06 AM     5.0       -0.8        2.2        1      Minor    
 13/07 PM     5.4       -0.4        2.0        1      Minor    
 14/07 AM     4.8       -1.0        2.0        1       None    
 14/07 PM     5.6       -0.2        2.0        1     Moderate  
 15/08 AM     4.7       -1.1        1.9        1       None

&&

$$

NCZ094-194-131200-
/O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-220513T1200Z/
Pamlico-Southern Craven-
805 PM EDT Thu May 12 2022

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Up to 1 foot of inundation above ground level expected in
  low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.

* WHERE...Areas along the Pamlico Sound, Trent, Bay and lower 
  Neuse Rivers, and adjacent tidal creeks.

* WHEN...Until 8 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.

&&

$$

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this beach hazards statement went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS Newport/Morehead City, NC wrote its last area forecast discussion before this beach hazards statement went out at May 11, 7:11 PM EDT, 36 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, May 11, 7:11 PM EDT, 36 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
711 PM EDT Wed May 11 2022

.SYNOPSIS...
Low pressure will linger offshore through Thursday, bringing
several coastal hazards. Troughing develops over the Southeast
later in the week, bringing a wetter pattern into the first half
of the weekend. Drier and warmer weather with only isolated
showers or storms Sunday through early next week.

&&

.NEAR TERM /UNTIL 6 AM THURSDAY MORNING/...
As of 710 PM Wed... Given the latest radar trends and
observations, added in likely chances for showers along the
Outer Banks between Hatteras Island and Cape Lookout and
increased chances for precipitation slightly across portions of
Craven and Carteret this evening.

Otherwise the well- defined sfc low that has been plaguing the
NC coast the last several days is currently spinning several
hundred miles east of Cape Lookout per visible satellite
imagery. This low continues to slowly meander W'wards closer to
the coast, but a more WSW'ward turn is forecast this
evening. Given the expected track of this low the strong
northerly winds are forecast to gradually diminish tonight and
begin to veer nerly as the low approaches the srn coastal
waters. Associated deeper moisture will again result in
widespread low clouds over the area this evening with some
light rain along the coast and patchy drizzle at times further
inland. Amounts will be very light, less than 0.10", heaviest
amts on the OBX. Lows will be in the low to mid 50s.

&&

.SHORT TERM /6 AM THURSDAY MORNING THROUGH 6 PM THURSDAY/...
As of 345 PM Wed...The aforementioned low is progged to cont
moving WSW and pass south of Cape Lookout and Cape Fear through
the day. Cont veering of low level winds will inc light rain
coverage through the day across the FA. Deepest moisture will be
east of Hwy 17, where likely pops are in effect. Any thunder
will remain offshore as stable sfc flow cont out of the NE. Rain
amounts will be light with generally around 0.10" or less for
most places.

&&

.LONG TERM /THURSDAY NIGHT THROUGH WEDNESDAY/...
As of 345 AM Wednesday...General troughing develops over the SE
CONUS and lifts N putting the FA into a wetter pattern through
the weekend. Multiple cold fronts cross the region early to
middle of next week.

Thursday night and Friday...Chances of precip increase from E
to W through the period as isentropic lift over the SFC ridging
pulled S by the Low with heavier precip and thunder possible
within deeper convection in the warm sector along and behind the
warm front. Warming trend Fri with low 80s. Overnight Lows in
the low to mid 60s.

Weekend...Generally unsettled pattern early with SFC coastal
troughing and the elongated low aloft moving up the SE coast
ultimately gets absorbed by a negatively tilted upper level
trough digging S over the Great Lakes. FA will be subject to
increasing rain chances with moisture advection persisting on
the the warm sector of the trough allowing PWats to continue to
build through the start of the weekend increasing the chances of
seeing some much needed heavy rain Friday night into the early
weekend. Precip becomes more diurnal in nature and lessens
through the weekend. Temps continue to warm, Highs in the lower
80s Sat, mid to upper 80s Sun lows in the low to mid 60s.

Early Next Week...A series of primary and reinforcing cold fronts
set to cross the FA early next work week. Timing details and just
how much moisture content will be available for precip still too
murky this far out, will continue Slight to Chance PoPs with
possibility of afternoon-evening convection for the time being. Not
much relief will be given to the heat with highs slightly above
Normal.

&&

.AVIATION /00Z THURSDAY THROUGH MONDAY/...
SHORT TERM /through Thu/...
As of 710 PM Wed... Current satellite and observational trends
continue to show IFR cigs across the Outer Banks, with a deck
of MVFR cigs along and east of Hwy 17 and VFR cigs west of Hwy
17. Ceilings are expected to lower back to MVFR across all the
TAF sites within the next hour or two and then IFR/LIFR between
4Z to 6Z. This continues well into Thu, potentially into
Thu evening given the latest forecast guidance. Areas of patchy
fog will also be possible along the OBX within any rain showers
this evening. Northerly winds will continue to gust at times
through the day Thu. Much better rain chances arrive by Thu
afternoon as low approaches closer to the NC coast.

LONG TERM /Thursday night through Sunday/...
As of 400 AM Wednesday...Breezy N/NEerly winds continue to late
week before the offshore low finally weakens and slides onshore
near GA/SC border Friday. Conditions briefly improve early
Thurs before moisture advection develops behind a warm front
Thurs afternoon increasing shower/tstorms chances. At least
occasional flight restrictions will be possible Thursday night
into Saturday as remnants of the aforementioned low lifts
N before conditions begin improving again Sunday once the low
aloft and SFC trough push N of the FA.

&&

.MARINE...
SHORT TERM /through Thu/...
As of 345 PM Wed...Gale Warnings will continue for the Sounds
and Coastal Waters through this evening. Low pressure will move
slowly west southwest off of the NC coast through Thu and
produce the dangerous marine conditions. Winds will slowly
diminish starting later this evening, with gales ending from N
to S through the night and early morning Thu as the low gets
closer to the srn coastal waters. Seas however will remain quite
dangerous as long period swell only slowly subsides through the
day Thu.

LONG TERM /Thursday night through Sunday/...
As of 400 AM Wednesday...Conditions improve but still less than
pleasant through the first half of the weekend with the region
entering a wetter pattern which will keep shower/tstorm activity
elevated. More manageable conditions arrive late week as
moderate NE to Eerly winds emerge Thursday with the Low sinking
further S. As the low weakens and moves onshore near the SC/GA
border Fri, 10 to 15kt winds become more Serly. While winds will
finally be relaxing, seas expected to remain AoA SCA criteria
until after midnight Thursday night. A brief lull in
waveheights Fri, falling to 3-5ft in response to weakening and
veering winds before again increasing back to 4 to 6ft through
Saturday evening. Best conditions in period Sunday with S/Seerly
winds 10-15kt, 3-5ft seas, and decreasing precip chances.

&&

.TIDES/COASTAL FLOODING...
As of 345 PM Wed...Low pressure will drift southwest just off
the NC coast through Thu. A strong gradient on the NW side of
this low will continue to produce Gale Force winds resulting in
large/powerful and a prolonged NE swell event to area beaches.
Current 9-12 ft seas and 12/13 second swell periods will bring
significant beach erosion and ocean overwash to portions of the
Outer Banks, especially north of Cape Hatteras, during times of
high tide through tonight. Large powerful surf and strong rip
currents are certain for much of the Outer Banks as well through
Thu evening. A Coastal Flood Warning and High Surf Advisory
continue for the Northern OBX and Hatteras Island for these
impacts. These conditions will adversely impact Highway 12
around the times of high tide. NC DOT reports that portions of
Hwy 12 between Oregon Inlet and Rodanthe remain closed.

Additionally, the strong swell will bring increased tide levels
and dangerous conditions near inlets through much of this week,
and a prolonged period of N to NE gales will produce minor but
persistent coastal flooding, with inundation of 1-3 ft above
ground along the southern Pamlico Sound and lower Neuse River
basins early this week. Received a couple reports yesterday of
2-3 ft above normal water levels in the Pamlico Sound tidal
creeks. The Coastal Flood Advisory remains in effect through
late tonight for Ocracoke Island, eastern Carteret Co, southern
Craven Co, and Pamlico Co.

&&

.MHX WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
NC...Coastal Flood Advisory until 6 AM EDT Thursday for NCZ094-194-
     196-204.
     Coastal Flood Warning until 6 AM EDT Thursday for NCZ203-205.
     Beach Hazards Statement until 8 PM EDT this evening for NCZ196-
     203>205.
     High Surf Advisory until 8 PM EDT Thursday for NCZ203-205.
MARINE...Small Craft Advisory until 10 AM EDT Thursday for AMZ136.
     Small Craft Advisory until 4 PM EDT Thursday for AMZ137.
     Gale Warning until 2 AM EDT Thursday for AMZ135.
     Gale Warning until 10 PM EDT this evening for AMZ131-150-230-
     231.
     Gale Warning until 5 AM EDT Thursday for AMZ152-154-156-158.

&&

SYNOPSIS...MHX
NEAR TERM...TL/RCF
SHORT TERM...TL
LONG TERM...CEB
AVIATION...TL/CEB/RCF
MARINE...TL/CEB
TIDES/COASTAL FLOODING...MHX
Hazardous weather outlook, May 11, 6:52 AM EDT, 12 hours 55 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
652 AM EDT Wed May 11 2022

NCZ203-205-121100-
Northern Outer Banks-Hatteras Island-
652 AM EDT Wed May 11 2022

...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT THURSDAY...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT THURSDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT THROUGH 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.

   Coastal Flood Warning.
   Beach Hazards Statement.
   High Surf Advisory.
   Wind Advisory.

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

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

   High Surf Advisory.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

NCZ029-044>046-079>081-090>092-193-198-121100-
Martin-Pitt-Washington-Tyrrell-Greene-Beaufort-Mainland Hyde-Duplin-
Lenoir-Jones-Northern Craven-Inland Onslow-
652 AM EDT Wed May 11 2022

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for eastern North Carolina.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.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.

NCZ204-121100-
Ocracoke Island-
652 AM EDT Wed May 11 2022

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT THURSDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT THROUGH 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.
   Wind Advisory.
   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.

NCZ196-121100-
East Carteret-
652 AM EDT Wed May 11 2022

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT THURSDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...
...MODERATE RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT THROUGH 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.
   Wind Advisory.
   Coastal Flood Advisory.
   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.

NCZ195-199-121100-
West Carteret-Coastal Onslow-
652 AM EDT Wed May 11 2022

...MODERATE RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT THROUGH 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.

NCZ047-121100-
Mainland Dare-
652 AM EDT Wed May 11 2022

...WIND ADVISORY 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.

   Wind 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.

NCZ094-194-121100-
Pamlico-Southern Craven-
652 AM EDT Wed May 11 2022

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT THURSDAY...

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.

   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.

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Sources

The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.