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Beach Hazards Statement 63, NWS Newport/Morehead City, NC
NWS Newport/Morehead City, NC issued this beach hazards statement at Sep 22, 2026, 4:42 PM EDT for 4 counties in North Carolina. It took effect at Sep 23, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT. It was in force for 12 hr.
The area
The counties it named.
The facts
- Issued
- Sep 22, 2026, 4:42 PM EDT (20:42 UTC)
- In effect from
- Sep 23, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT
- Expired
- Sep 23, 2026, 8:00 PM EDT
- In force
- 12 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Newport/Morehead City, NC
Counties Carteret County, NC, Dare County, NC, Hyde County, NC, Onslow County, NC
The radar
The Morehead City radar (KMHX), 61 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 20:42 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.
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The nearest sounding before it
Newport, NC (KMHX), launched 12:00Z, 8.7 hours before the alert went out and 61 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
- 1471 J/kg
- Mixed-layer CIN
- -6 J/kg
- Mixed-layer LCL
- 623 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 9 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- 9 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 6 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 0.0
- Supercell composite
- 0.0
The text
As transmitted.
661
WHUS42 KMHX 222042
CFWMHX
URGENT - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
442 PM EDT Tue Sep 22 2026
NCZ205-230845-
/O.UPG.KMHX.CF.A.0002.260923T1800Z-260926T0400Z/
/O.NEW.KMHX.CF.W.0002.260923T1800Z-260926T0300Z/
/O.NEW.KMHX.SU.Y.0006.260923T0800Z-260927T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KMHX.BH.S.0063.260923T1200Z-260924T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.BH.S.0062.000000T0000Z-260923T0000Z/
Hatteras Island-
442 PM EDT Tue Sep 22 2026
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM WEDNESDAY TO 8 PM EDT
SATURDAY...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY MORNING
THROUGH WEDNESDAY EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM WEDNESDAY TO 11 PM
EDT FRIDAY...
* WHAT...For the first Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip
currents. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves
peaking at 10 to 15 feet expected in the surf zone. For the
second Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents and large
breaking waves north of Cape Hatteras. Dangerous rip currents,
large breaking waves, and strong longshore currents in the surf
zone south of Cape Hatteras. For the Coastal Flood Warning, 2
to 4 feet of inundation above ground level expected in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. Up to 1 foot of
inundation is possible for sound-side flooding from Buxton
southward when winds become more northerly late Thursday and
Friday.
* WHERE...Hatteras Island.
* WHEN...For the first Beach Hazards Statement, until 8 PM EDT
this evening. For the High Surf Advisory, from 4 AM Wednesday
to 8 PM EDT Saturday. For the second Beach Hazards Statement,
from Wednesday morning through Wednesday evening. For the
Coastal Flood Warning, from 2 PM Wednesday to 11 PM EDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Numerous roads may be closed. Portions of Highway 12
will be inundated. Low lying property including homes,
businesses, and some critical infrastructure will be inundated.
Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach
erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from
shore into deeper water. Dangerous shore break can throw a
swimmer or surfer head first into the bottom causing neck and
back injuries. Strong longshore currents will create dangerous
swimming conditions.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Prolonged nature of the event will continue
to erode dune structures. Winds and waves are forecast to peak
latter half of Thursday.
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.
Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.
&&
$$
NCZ204-230845-
/O.UPG.KMHX.CF.A.0002.260923T1800Z-260926T0400Z/
/O.NEW.KMHX.CF.W.0002.260923T1800Z-260926T0300Z/
/O.NEW.KMHX.BH.S.0063.260923T1200Z-260924T0000Z/
Ocracoke Island-
442 PM EDT Tue Sep 22 2026
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY MORNING
THROUGH WEDNESDAY EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM WEDNESDAY TO 11 PM
EDT FRIDAY...
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents
and strong longshore currents in the surf zone. For the Coastal
Flood Warning, 2 to 4 feet of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
Up to 1 foot of inundation is possible for sound-side flooding
when winds become more northerly late Thursday and Friday.
* WHERE...Ocracoke Island.
* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, from Wednesday morning
through Wednesday evening. For the Coastal Flood Warning, from
2 PM Wednesday to 11 PM EDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Numerous roads may be closed. Portions of Highway 12
will be inundated. Low lying property including homes,
businesses, and some critical infrastructure will be inundated.
Some shoreline erosion will occur. Rip currents can sweep even
the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. Strong
longshore currents will create dangerous swimming conditions.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Prolonged nature of the event will continue
to erode dune structures. Winds and waves are forecast to peak
latter half of Thursday.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If
travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through
water of unknown depth.
Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.
$$
NCZ203-230845-
/O.UPG.KMHX.CF.A.0002.260923T1800Z-260926T0400Z/
/O.NEW.KMHX.CF.Y.0005.260923T1800Z-260926T0300Z/
/O.NEW.KMHX.SU.Y.0006.260923T0000Z-260927T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KMHX.BH.S.0063.260923T1200Z-260924T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.BH.S.0062.000000T0000Z-260923T0000Z/
Northern Outer Banks-
442 PM EDT Tue Sep 22 2026
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 8 PM
EDT SATURDAY...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY MORNING
THROUGH WEDNESDAY EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM WEDNESDAY TO 11 PM
EDT FRIDAY...
* WHAT...For the first Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip
currents. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 8
to 12 feet expected in the surf zone. For the second Beach
Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents and large breaking
waves expected in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Advisory,
1 to 3 feet of inundation above ground level expected in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Northern Outer Banks.
* WHEN...For the first Beach Hazards Statement, until 8 PM EDT
this evening. For the High Surf Advisory, from 8 PM this
evening to 8 PM EDT Saturday. For the second Beach Hazards
Statement, from Wednesday morning through Wednesday evening.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 2 PM Wednesday to 11 PM
EDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Up to 1 to 3 feet of inundation above ground level is
possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways
resulting in a low threat of property damage. 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...Prolonged nature of the event will lead to
erosion of weaker dune structures. Winds and waves are forecast
to peak latter half of 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.
Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.
&&
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
22/05 PM 5.0 1.3 1.4 4-6 None
23/06 AM 5.2 1.5 2.0 7-9 None
23/06 PM 6.1 2.4 2.4 9-10 Moderate
24/06 AM 6.3 2.6 2.8 10-11 Moderate
24/06 PM 6.5 2.8 2.7 11 Major
25/07 AM 6.5 2.8 2.7 9-10 Major
&&
$$
NCZ196-230845-
/O.NEW.KMHX.CF.Y.0005.260923T1800Z-260925T1500Z/
/O.NEW.KMHX.BH.S.0063.260923T1200Z-260924T0000Z/
East Carteret-
442 PM EDT Tue Sep 22 2026
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY MORNING
THROUGH WEDNESDAY EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM WEDNESDAY TO 11 AM
EDT FRIDAY...
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip
currents, large breaking waves expected, and strong longshore
currents in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up
to one half foot of inundation above ground level expected in
low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...East Carteret County.
* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, from Wednesday morning
through Wednesday evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory,
from 2 PM Wednesday to 11 AM EDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level is
possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways
resulting in a low threat of property damage along the Neuse
River. 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.
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.
Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.
&&
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
22/06 PM 4.2 -1.6 0.6 1 None
23/06 AM 4.0 -1.8 0.8 1 None
23/06 PM 4.9 -0.9 1.2 1 None
24/07 AM 4.6 -1.2 1.2 1 None
24/07 PM 5.1 -0.7 1.3 1 Minor
25/07 AM 5.0 -0.8 1.4 1 Minor
&&
$$
NCZ094-194-230845-
/O.NEW.KMHX.CF.Y.0005.260923T1800Z-260925T1500Z/
Pamlico-Southern Craven-
442 PM EDT Tue Sep 22 2026
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM WEDNESDAY TO 11 AM
EDT FRIDAY...
* WHAT...Up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level is
possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways
resulting in a low threat of property damage along the Neuse
River. Some roads and low lying property including parking
lots, parks, lawns, and homes adjacent to the waterfront will
experience shallow flooding..
* WHERE...Areas along the Pamlico Sound, Trent, Bay and lower
Neuse Rivers, and adjacent tidal creeks.
* WHEN...From 2 PM Wednesday to 11 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.
&&
$$
NCZ195-199-230845-
/O.NEW.KMHX.BH.S.0063.260923T1200Z-260924T0000Z/
West Carteret-Coastal Onslow-
442 PM EDT Tue Sep 22 2026
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY MORNING
THROUGH WEDNESDAY EVENING...
* WHAT...Strong longshore currents in the surf zone.
* WHERE...Crystal Coast beaches.
* WHEN...From Wednesday morning through Wednesday evening.
* IMPACTS...Strong longshore currents will create dangerous
swimming conditions.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Strong longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip
currents, piers, jetties and other hazardous areas. In many
cases, the longshore current is strong enough to prevent swimmers
from being able to keep their feet on the bottom making it
difficult to return to shore.
&&
$$The office that day
Everything else NWS Newport/Morehead City, NC issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 22, 3:00 AM EDT | Gale Warning | MHX | 4 days | |
| Sep 22, 3:00 AM EDT | Small Craft Advisory | MHX | 3 days | |
| Sep 22, 4:00 AM EDT | Coastal Flood Watch | MHX | Dare, Hyde | 13 hr |
| Sep 22, 10:23 AM EDT | Beach Hazards Statement | MHX | Dare | 10 hr |
| Sep 22, 1:39 PM EDT | Wind Advisory | MHX | Carteret, Dare, Hyde | 54 hr |
| Sep 22, 4:42 PM EDT | Coastal Flood Warning | MHX | Dare, Hyde | 3 days |
| Sep 22, 4:42 PM EDT | Coastal Flood Advisory | MHX | Carteret, Craven, Dare, Pamlico | 3 days |
| Sep 22, 4:42 PM EDT | High Surf Advisory | MHX | Dare | 4 days |
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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.