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Beach Hazards Statement 69, NWS Newport/Morehead City, NC
NWS Newport/Morehead City, NC issued this beach hazards statement at Sep 22, 2024, 8:19 PM EDT for Dare County, North Carolina. It took effect at Sep 23, 2024, 8:00 AM EDT. It was in force for 12 hr.
The area
The counties it named.
The facts
- Issued
- Sep 22, 2024, 8:19 PM EDT (00:19 UTC)
- In effect from
- Sep 23, 2024, 8:00 AM EDT
- Expired
- Sep 23, 2024, 8:00 PM EDT
- In force
- 12 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Newport/Morehead City, NC
County Dare County, NC
The radar
The Morehead City radar (KMHX), 150 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 00:20 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.
Open the radar archive at this moment
The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.
The nearest sounding before it
Newport, NC (KMHX), launched 00:00Z, 0.3 hours before the alert went out and 150 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.
- Mixed-layer CAPE
- 94 J/kg
- Mixed-layer CIN
- -18 J/kg
- Mixed-layer LCL
- 850 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 32 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- -5 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 68 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- -0.0
- Supercell composite
- -3.3
The text
As transmitted.
859
WHUS42 KMHX 230019
CFWMHX
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
819 PM EDT Sun Sep 22 2024
NCZ203-205-231230-
/O.EXP.KMHX.BH.S.0068.000000T0000Z-240923T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KMHX.BH.S.0069.240923T1200Z-240924T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-240924T2100Z/
Northern Outer Banks-Hatteras Island-
819 PM EDT Sun Sep 22 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT
TUESDAY...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM EDT MONDAY THROUGH
MONDAY EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one to two 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 in the
surf zone.
* WHERE...Northern Outer Banks and Hatteras Island.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 5 PM EDT Tuesday.
For the Beach Hazards Statement, from 8 AM EDT Monday through
Monday evening.
* IMPACTS...Up to 2 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. 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 6:00 AM Monday.
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.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Duck NC
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.5 ft, Moderate 6.0 ft, Major 6.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.8 ft, Moderate 2.3 ft, Major 2.8 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
23/12 AM 5.2 1.5 1.8 4 None
23/12 PM 6.0 2.3 1.7 4-5 Moderate
24/12 AM 4.7 1.0 1.6 5 None
24/01 PM 5.3 1.6 1.3 5 None
25/02 AM 4.3 0.6 1.3 5 None
&&
$$
NCZ195-196-199-204-231230-
/O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0022.000000T0000Z-240924T2100Z/
West Carteret-East Carteret-Coastal Onslow-Ocracoke Island-
819 PM EDT Sun Sep 22 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT
TUESDAY...
* WHAT...1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Areas in North Topsail Beach, along the lower New
River, White Oak River, Bogue and Core Sounds, and adjacent
tidal creeks, and areas along the beaches, Pamlico Sound, and
adjacent tidal creeks.
* WHEN...Until 5 PM EDT Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Up to 2 feet of inundation above ground level is
possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways resulting in an elevated threat of property damage,
mainly around the times of high tide. 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.
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
23/12 AM 4.9 -0.9 1.5 1 None
23/01 PM 5.7 -0.1 1.5 1 Moderate
24/01 AM 4.8 -1.0 1.6 1 None
24/01 PM 5.4 -0.4 1.6 1 Minor
25/02 AM 4.5 -1.3 1.4 1 None
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
23/12 AM 2.6 1.5 1.6 1 None
23/01 PM 3.0 1.9 1.7 1 Minor
24/01 AM 2.7 1.6 1.7 1 None
24/02 PM 2.9 1.8 1.7 1 None
25/02 AM 2.6 1.5 1.7 1 None
&&
$$5 follow-up statements
336
WHUS42 KMHX 230824
CFWMHX
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
424 AM EDT Mon Sep 23 2024
NCZ203-205-232115-
/O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-240924T2100Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.BH.S.0069.240923T1200Z-240924T0000Z/
Northern Outer Banks-Hatteras Island-
424 AM EDT Mon Sep 23 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT
TUESDAY...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS
EVENING NORTH OF CAPE HATTERAS...
* 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 and large breaking waves expected in the surf
zone.
* WHERE...Northern Outer Banks and Hatteras Island.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 5 PM EDT Tuesday.
For the Beach Hazards Statement, from 8 AM EDT this morning
through this evening.
* IMPACTS...Up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level is
possible in some areas near shorelines and tidal waterways
resulting in an elevated threat of property damage, mainly
around the times of high tide. 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.
* 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 6:00 PM today.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
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.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Duck NC
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.5 ft, Moderate 6.0 ft, Major 6.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.8 ft, Moderate 2.3 ft, Major 2.8 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
23/12 PM 6.0 2.3 1.7 5 Moderate
24/12 AM 4.8 1.1 1.7 5 None
24/01 PM 5.4 1.7 1.4 5 None
25/02 AM 4.3 0.6 1.3 4-5 None
25/02 PM 4.9 1.2 1.1 4 None
&&
$$
NCZ195-196-199-204-232115-
/O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0022.000000T0000Z-240924T2100Z/
West Carteret-East Carteret-Coastal Onslow-Ocracoke Island-
424 AM EDT Mon Sep 23 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT
TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Areas in North Topsail Beach, along the lower New
River, White Oak River, Bogue and Core Sounds, and adjacent
tidal creeks, and areas along the beaches, Pamlico Sound, and
adjacent tidal creeks.
* WHEN...Until 5 PM EDT Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Up to 2 feet of inundation above ground level is
possible in some areas near shorelines and tidal waterways
resulting in an elevated threat of property damage, mainly
around the times of high tide. 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.
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
23/01 PM 5.5 -0.3 1.3 1 Moderate
24/01 AM 4.7 -1.1 1.5 1 None
24/02 PM 5.3 -0.5 1.3 1 Minor
25/02 AM 4.4 -1.4 1.3 1 None
25/03 PM 4.9 -0.9 1.1 1 None
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
23/01 PM 3.0 1.9 1.7 1 Minor
24/01 AM 2.6 1.5 1.6 1 None
24/02 PM 2.9 1.8 1.7 1 None
25/01 AM 2.4 1.3 1.6 1 None
25/02 PM 2.6 1.5 1.5 1 None
26/02 AM 2.3 1.2 1.5 1 None
&&
$$
Martin200
WHUS42 KMHX 231927
CFWMHX
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
327 PM EDT Mon Sep 23 2024
NCZ203-205-240730-
/O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-240924T2100Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.BH.S.0069.000000T0000Z-240924T0000Z/
Northern Outer Banks-Hatteras Island-
327 PM EDT Mon Sep 23 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT
TUESDAY...
...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 and large breaking waves in the surf zone.
* WHERE...Northern Outer Banks and Hatteras Island.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 5 PM EDT Tuesday.
For the Beach Hazards Statement, until 8 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level is
possible in some areas near shorelines and tidal waterways
resulting in an elevated threat of property damage, mainly
around the times of high tide. Some roads and low lying property
including parking lots, parks, lawns, and homes adjacent to the
waterfront will experience shallow flooding. Ocean overwash may
continue to impact portions of NC-12, mainly around times of
high tide. 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 7 PM this evening and 7 AM Tuesday.
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.
&&
$$
NCZ195-196-199-204-240730-
/O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0022.000000T0000Z-240924T2100Z/
West Carteret-East Carteret-Coastal Onslow-Ocracoke Island-
327 PM EDT Mon Sep 23 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT
TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Areas in North Topsail Beach, along the lower New River,
White Oak River, Bogue and Core Sounds, areas along the
beaches, Pamlico Sound, and adjacent tidal creeks.
* WHEN...Until 5 PM EDT Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Up to 1 foot of inundation above ground level is
possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways
resulting in a low threat of property damage. Some roads and low
lying property including parking lots, parks, lawns, and homes
adjacent to the waterfront may experience shallow flooding.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Beaufort Marine Lab NC
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.0 ft, Moderate 5.5 ft, Major 6.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor -0.8 ft, Moderate -0.3 ft, Major 0.7 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
24/01 AM 4.6 -1.2 1.4 1 None
24/02 PM 5.3 -0.5 1.3 1 Minor
25/02 AM 4.3 -1.5 1.2 1 None
25/03 PM 4.9 -0.9 1.1 1 None
26/03 AM 4.1 -1.7 1.1 1 None
&&
$$671
WHUS42 KMHX 231935
CFWMHX
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
335 PM EDT Mon Sep 23 2024
NCZ203-205-240745-
/O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-240924T2100Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.BH.S.0069.000000T0000Z-240924T0000Z/
Northern Outer Banks-Hatteras Island-
335 PM EDT Mon Sep 23 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT
TUESDAY...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING NORTH OF CAPE HATTERAS...
* 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 and large breaking waves in the surf zone.
* WHERE...Northern Outer Banks and Hatteras Island.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 5 PM EDT Tuesday.
For the Beach Hazards Statement, until 8 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level is
possible in some areas near shorelines and tidal waterways
resulting in an elevated threat of property damage, mainly
around the times of high tide. Some roads and low lying property
including parking lots, parks, lawns, and homes adjacent to the
waterfront will experience shallow flooding. Ocean overwash may
continue to impact portions of NC-12, mainly around times of
high tide. 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 7 PM this evening and 7 AM Tuesday.
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.
&&
$$
NCZ195-196-199-240745-
/O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0022.000000T0000Z-240924T2100Z/
West Carteret-East Carteret-Coastal Onslow-
335 PM EDT Mon Sep 23 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT
TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Areas in North Topsail Beach, along the lower New
River, White Oak River, Bogue and Core Sounds, and adjacent
tidal creeks.
* WHEN...Until 5 PM EDT Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Up to 1 foot of inundation above ground level is
possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways
resulting in a low threat of property damage. Some roads and low
lying property including parking lots, parks, lawns, and homes
adjacent to the waterfront will experience shallow flooding.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Beaufort Marine Lab NC
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.0 ft, Moderate 5.5 ft, Major 6.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor -0.8 ft, Moderate -0.3 ft, Major 0.7 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
24/01 AM 4.6 -1.2 1.4 1 None
24/02 PM 5.3 -0.5 1.3 1 Minor
25/02 AM 4.3 -1.5 1.2 1 None
25/03 PM 4.9 -0.9 1.1 1 None
26/03 AM 4.1 -1.7 1.1 1 None
&&
$$
NCZ204-240745-
/O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0022.000000T0000Z-240924T2100Z/
Ocracoke Island-
335 PM EDT Mon Sep 23 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT
TUESDAY...
* WHAT...1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Areas along the beaches, Pamlico Sound, and adjacent
tidal creeks.
* WHEN...Until 5 PM EDT Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level is
possible in some areas near shorelines and tidal waterways
resulting in an elevated threat of property damage, mainly
around the times of high tide. Some roads and low lying property
including parking lots, parks, lawns, and homes adjacent to the
waterfront will experience shallow flooding. Ocean overwash may
continue to impact portions of NC-12, mainly around times of
high tide.
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.
&&
$$784
WHUS42 KMHX 232151
CFWMHX
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
551 PM EDT Mon Sep 23 2024
NCZ080-094-194-241000-
/O.EXA.KMHX.CF.Y.0022.000000T0000Z-240924T2100Z/
Beaufort-Pamlico-Southern Craven-
551 PM EDT Mon Sep 23 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Up to one to two feet of inundation above ground level
in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Areas along the Pamlico Sound, Trent, Bay and lower
Neuse Rivers, and adjacent tidal creeks, and areas along the
Pamlico and Pungo Rivers and adjacent tidal creeks.
* WHEN...Until 5 PM EDT Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only
isolated road closures expected.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...NWS Employee reports multiple roads closed
in Belhaven.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
$$
NCZ203-205-241000-
/O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-240924T2100Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.BH.S.0069.000000T0000Z-240924T0000Z/
Northern Outer Banks-Hatteras Island-
551 PM EDT Mon Sep 23 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT
TUESDAY...
...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 and large breaking waves in
the surf zone.
* WHERE...Northern Outer Banks and Hatteras Island.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 5 PM EDT Tuesday.
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. 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 7:00 PM Monday.
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.
&&
$$
NCZ195-196-199-241000-
/O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0022.000000T0000Z-240924T2100Z/
West Carteret-East Carteret-Coastal Onslow-
551 PM EDT Mon Sep 23 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT
TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Areas in North Topsail Beach, along the lower New
River, White Oak River, Bogue and Core Sounds, and adjacent
tidal creeks.
* WHEN...Until 5 PM EDT Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Up to 1 foot of inundation above ground level is
possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways
resulting in a low threat of property damage. Some roads and low
lying property including parking lots, parks, lawns, and homes
adjacent to the waterfront will experience shallow flooding.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Beaufort Marine Lab NC
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.0 ft, Moderate 5.5 ft, Major 6.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor -0.8 ft, Moderate -0.3 ft, Major 0.7 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
24/01 AM 4.6 -1.2 1.4 1 None
24/02 PM 5.3 -0.5 1.3 1 Minor
25/02 AM 4.3 -1.5 1.2 1 None
25/03 PM 4.9 -0.9 1.1 1 None
26/03 AM 4.1 -1.7 1.1 1 None
&&
$$
NCZ204-241000-
/O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0022.000000T0000Z-240924T2100Z/
Ocracoke Island-
551 PM EDT Mon Sep 23 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT
TUESDAY...
* WHAT...1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Areas along the beaches, Pamlico Sound, and adjacent
tidal creeks.
* WHEN...Until 5 PM EDT Tuesday.
* 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.
&&
$$827
WHUS42 KMHX 240006
CFWMHX
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
806 PM EDT Mon Sep 23 2024
NCZ203-205-241215-
/O.EXP.KMHX.BH.S.0069.000000T0000Z-240924T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KMHX.BH.S.0070.240924T0006Z-240925T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-240924T2100Z/
Northern Outer Banks-Hatteras Island-
806 PM EDT Mon Sep 23 2024
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT THROUGH TUESDAY EVENING NORTH
OF CAPE HATTERAS...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT
TUESDAY...
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents
and large breaking waves 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.
* WHERE...Northern Outer Banks and Hatteras Island.
* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through Tuesday
evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 5 PM EDT
Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level is
possible in some areas near shorelines and tidal waterways
resulting in an elevated threat of property damage, mainly
around the times of high tide. Some roads and low lying property
including parking lots, parks, lawns, and homes adjacent to the
waterfront will experience shallow flooding. Ocean overwash may
continue to impact portions of NC-12, mainly around times of
high tide. 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 7 AM Tuesday.
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.
&&
$$
NCZ195-196-199-241215-
/O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0022.000000T0000Z-240924T2100Z/
West Carteret-East Carteret-Coastal Onslow-
806 PM EDT Mon Sep 23 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT
TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Areas in North Topsail Beach, along the lower New
River, White Oak River, Bogue and Core Sounds, and adjacent
tidal creeks.
* WHEN...Until 5 PM EDT Tuesday.
* 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.
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
24/01 AM 4.6 -1.2 1.4 1 None
24/02 PM 5.3 -0.5 1.3 1 Minor
25/02 AM 4.3 -1.5 1.2 1 None
25/03 PM 4.9 -0.9 1.1 1 None
26/03 AM 4.1 -1.7 1.1 1 None
&&
$$
NCZ204-241215-
/O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0022.000000T0000Z-240924T2100Z/
Ocracoke Island-
806 PM EDT Mon Sep 23 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT
TUESDAY...
* WHAT...1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Areas along the beaches, Pamlico Sound, and adjacent
tidal creeks.
* WHEN...Until 5 PM EDT Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level is
possible in some areas near shorelines and tidal waterways
resulting in an elevated threat of property damage, mainly
around the times of high tide. Some roads and low lying property
including parking lots, parks, lawns, and homes adjacent to the
waterfront will experience shallow flooding. Ocean overwash may
continue to impact portions of NC-12, mainly around times of
high tide.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
$$
NCZ080-094-194-241215-
/O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0022.000000T0000Z-240924T2100Z/
Beaufort-Pamlico-Southern Craven-
806 PM EDT Mon Sep 23 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT
TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Up to one to two feet of inundation above ground level
in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Areas along the Pamlico Sound, Trent, Bay and lower
Neuse Rivers, areas along the Pamlico and Pungo Rivers and
adjacent tidal creeks.
* WHEN...Until 5 PM EDT Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only
isolated road closures expected.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...NWS Employee reports multiple roads
closed in Belhaven.
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 Sep 22, 7:20 PM EDT, 59 minutes earlier.
Area forecast discussion, Sep 22, 7:20 PM EDT, 59 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
720 PM EDT Sun Sep 22 2024
.SYNOPSIS...
A weak backdoor cold front will gradually erode tonight, giving
way to a weak wedge of high pressure to the north. Next potential
frontal system doesn't near ENC until at least the middle of the
upcoming week.
&&
.NEAR TERM /TONIGHT/...
As of 7 PM Sunday...The backdoor cold front continues to
support very isolated showers across ENC. These will continue to
become even more scarce over the next few hours as an upper
ridge builds in. The overnight hours will be dry but the
boundary layer will be moist, which will support the development
of patchy fog, especially across the inner coastal plain. Lows
will be in the low to mid 60s.
&&
.SHORT TERM /MONDAY/...
As of 415 PM Sun...Upper ridge will shift overhead as high
pressure weakly builds in from the north. This sets the stage
for a seasonable early autumn day across eastern NC with Tds in
the 60s and highs in the low 80s. Across NOBX and adjacent
areas, cool onshore NE flow will keep temperatures more tempered
in the mid to upper 70s.
&&
.LONG TERM /MONDAY NIGHT THROUGH SUNDAY/...
As of 400 AM Sunday... Sfc ridging starts building in from the
north as a low lingers offshore to our northeast to start the
long term, gradually shifting further offshore to our east.
Seasonable temps through the period and dry Monday-Tuesday
evening. Rain chances increase mid to late week as ridging
weakens and a low treks across the Ohio Valley and Great Lakes
region. NHC has highlighted an area in the Gulf of Mexico with
70% chance of tropical development through 7 days, and it is too
soon to say what impacts, if any, ENC will have at this point
in time.
Monday-Tuesday:
High astronomical tides will be impacting OBX beaches Monday-
Tuesday. See TIDES/COASTAL FLOODING section for more
information.
High pressure centered over Maine and the Canadian Maritimes
has a ridge extending south over much of the east coast at the
surface, keeping us dry Monday and Tuesday. Further aloft a high
is centered to our south paired with lows to our west and east
put us in a weak omega block setup allowing the high to linger.
Seasonable temps with highs in the low 80s inland, upper 70s to
near 80 for beaches.
Wednesday-Saturday:
Uncertainty increases a lot towards the middle and end of next
week, as multiple synoptic features will be at play and slight
deviations result in large changes with the forecast. While
ridging continues to spread over ENC from the north Wednesday, a
low pressure system forecasted to be over the Great Lakes will
have a cold front trailing from it extending down to the Gulf
coast. This cold front could stall to our west due to the
ridging over us, or the ridge weakens and gives way to the low,
or the front sweeps north of us around the high. In addition to
the parent low over the Great Lakes and ridge overhead, we will
be keeping an eye on a tropical system that could initiate in
the Gulf Coast within 7 days. It is too soon to determine what
impacts, if any, we receive in ENC should this cyclone form. Due
to all this uncertainty, I opted to keep PoPs at Chc/Schc for
now through the remainder of the long term as a higher moisture
advection regime is more supportive of rain at the end of the
period.
&&
.AVIATION /23Z SUNDAY THROUGH FRIDAY/...
SHORT TERM /through 18z Monday/...
As of 7 PM Sunday...Very isolated showers will diminish over the
next few hours with TAF sites expected to remain predominantly
VFR until at least midnight. After midnight, patchy fog and low
stratus becomes more probable, especially for western terminals.
PGV, ISO, and OAJ visibilities are forecast to drop to IFR
between 7/8-13Z. Confidence in visibilities this low further
east are lower, so EWN is forecast to drop to MVFR. All
terminals should return to VFR after 13Z with few to scattered
clouds for the remainder of the day.
LONG TERM /Monday through Thursday/...
As of 430 AM Sunday...With high pressure overhead, there are
fog chances Monday and Tuesday morning. Wednesday onwards
moisture advection regime will support lower ceilings and/or
reduced visibilities, although it is too soon to determine
specifics.
&&
.MARINE...
SHORT TERM /Through tonight/...
As of 415 PM Sunday...Backdoor front is pushing across the
waters this afternoon, bringing northeast to easterly winds to
all waters except Onslow Bay where pre-frontal southwesterly
winds prevail. The surge as been a bit weaker than expected,
only reaching up to 10-15 kt, and as such seas have dropped
slightly sitting at around 4-5 feet.
Front will clear the waters later tonight, ushering in
northeasterly winds area wide but still at around 10-15 kt. The
bigger concern remains growing swell from a distant cyclone well
offshore, which will result in gradually building seas from the
northeast into tomorrow. Seas will be highest north of Cape
Hatteras, peaking at 6-8 feet late tomorrow afternoon. SCA
headlines remain in good shape, leaning heavily on an NBM
forecast given the in-house NWPS model tends to underdo wave
heights in northeast flow regimes.
LONG TERM /Monday through Thursday/...
As of 445 AM Sunday...SCA In Effect until 12Z Wednesday for
coastal waters north of Ocracoke Inlet.
Sustained variable winds 10-15 kt Monday before dropping back
down to 5-10 kt and veering to become more easterly Tuesday
night into Wednesday. SCA in effect for waters north of
Ocracoke Inlet as 6+ feet waves are expected from the low
offshore through early next week. Seas will be 2-7 ft
Monday/Tuesday before dropping down to 2-5 ft Wednesday/Thursday
as the low offshore results in higher swell. Waters off Crystal
Coast and coastal Onslow will be a bit protected from the more
easterly swell courtesy of Cape Lookout, and will be on the
lower end of these wave height ranges. OBX (particularly north
of Hatteras) and the Gulf Stream will not be protected and will
see the higher values in the ranges above.
&&
.TIDES/COASTAL FLOODING...
As of 500 AM Sat... Extended the Coastal Flood Advisory to cover
Tuesday afternoon's high tide with this update.
Otherwise, no real changes to the forecast thinking as coastal
flooding will continue to be a threat given the higher than
normal astronomical tide cycle today and through Tuesday
afternoon during high tide each day. Coastal Flood Advisories
remain in effect for all oceanside coastal areas into Tuesday
afternoon's high tide. Increased swell from a low offshore may
bring minor overwash concerns Tuesday and into midweek for the
OBX north of Cape Hatteras, although recent guidance has backed
off some on the strength of this offshore low, which may lessen
the risk of coastal impacts.
&&
.MHX WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
NC...Coastal Flood Advisory until 5 PM EDT Tuesday for NCZ195-196-
199-203>205.
Beach Hazards Statement until 8 PM EDT this evening for NCZ203-
205.
Beach Hazards Statement from Monday morning through Monday
evening for NCZ203-205.
MARINE...Small Craft Advisory until 8 AM EDT Wednesday for AMZ150-152-
154.
&&
SYNOPSIS...MHX
NEAR TERM...OJC
SHORT TERM...MS
LONG TERM...RCF/RJ
AVIATION...OJC/RCF/RJ
MARINE...MS/RCF/RJ
TIDES/COASTAL FLOODING...MHXHazardous weather outlook, Sep 22, 4:45 AM EDT, 15 hours 34 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC 445 AM EDT Sun Sep 22 2024 NCZ195-196-199-204-230845- West Carteret-East Carteret-Coastal Onslow-Ocracoke Island- 445 AM EDT Sun Sep 22 2024 ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT TUESDAY... 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. High astronomical tides will continue to lead to elevated water levels through early this week, especially around the times of high tide. This will lead to minor to locally moderate coastal flooding impacts. .DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Monday through Saturday. Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the Internet for more information about the following hazards. Coastal Flood Advisory. High astronomical tides will continue to lead to elevated water levels through early this week, especially around the times of high tide. This will lead to minor to locally moderate coastal flooding impacts. .SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT... Spotter activation is not expected at this time. NCZ029-044>047-079>081-090>092-094-193-194-198-230845- Martin-Pitt-Washington-Tyrrell-Mainland Dare-Greene-Beaufort- Mainland Hyde-Duplin-Lenoir-Jones-Pamlico-Northern Craven- Southern Craven-Inland Onslow- 445 AM EDT Sun Sep 22 2024 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...Monday through Saturday. No hazardous weather is expected at this time. .SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT... Spotter activation is not expected at this time. NCZ203-205-230845- Northern Outer Banks-Hatteras Island- 445 AM EDT Sun Sep 22 2024 ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT TUESDAY... ...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING NORTH OF CAPE HATTERAS... 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. Beach Hazards Statement. High astronomical tides will continue to lead to elevated water levels through early this week, especially around the times of high tide. This will lead to minor to locally moderate coastal flooding impacts. .DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Monday through Saturday. Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the Internet for more information about the following hazards. Coastal Flood Advisory. High astronomical tides will continue to lead to elevated water levels through early this week, especially around the times of high tide. This will lead to minor to locally moderate coastal flooding impacts. .SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT... Spotter activation is not expected at this time. Martin
The office that day
Everything else NWS Newport/Morehead City, NC issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 22, 10:41 PM EDT | River Flood Warning | MHX | Jones | 10 hr |
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Beach Hazards Statements in North Carolina, 2024Every beach hazards statement in 2024
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.