Greenmountain Warnings, Watches and Advisories
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High Surf Advisory
Northern Outer Banks
High Surf Advisory issued October 19 at 2:47PM EDT until October 22 at 6:00AM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to 1 to 3 feet of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 9 to 12 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...Northern Outer Banks. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 8 PM EDT Wednesday. For the High Surf Advisory, until 6 AM EDT Thursday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Up to 1 to 3 feet of inundation above ground level is expected 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. 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.
Minor
Likely
Expected
October 19th, 2026 02:47:00 pm EDT
October 19th, 2026 02:47:00 pm EDT
October 20th, 2026 03:00:00 am EDT
Coastal Flood Warning
Hatteras Island
Coastal Flood Warning issued October 19 at 2:47PM EDT until October 21 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, 2 to 4 feet of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 10 to 14 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...Hatteras Island. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Warning, until 8 PM EDT Wednesday. For the High Surf Advisory, until 6 AM 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 in some areas near shorelines and tidal waterways resulting in an elevated threat of property damage. Flooding will extend inland from the waterfront threatening some homes and businesses. Numerous road closures and flooding of vehicles will be possible. Vulnerable portions of NC-12 may be inundated, especially around high tide. There is a possibility of being stranded on Hatteras Island for multiple days. This could be life threatening if you have an emergency. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. Dangerous shore break can throw a swimmer or surfer head first into the bottom causing neck and back injuries. Strong longshore currents will create dangerous swimming conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This is a long duration event with uncertainty on when conditions will improve. Significant ocean overwash impacts are expected at vulnerable oceanside areas through multiple high tide cycles into mid week. Minor soundside water level rises will also be possible.
Severe
Likely
Expected
October 19th, 2026 02:47:00 pm EDT
October 19th, 2026 02:47:00 pm EDT
October 20th, 2026 03:00:00 am EDT
Coastal Flood Warning
Ocracoke Island
Coastal Flood Warning issued October 19 at 2:47PM EDT until October 21 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, up to 2 to 4 feet of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 6 to 9 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...Ocracoke Island. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Warning, until 8 PM EDT Wednesday. For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Wednesday. 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 in some areas near shorelines and tidal waterways resulting in an elevated threat of property damage. Flooding will extend inland from the waterfront threatening some homes and businesses. Numerous road closures and flooding of vehicles will be possible. Vulnerable portions of NC-12 may be inundated, especially around high tide. There is a possibility of being stranded on Ocracoke for multiple days. This could be life threatening if you have an emergency. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. Dangerous shore break can throw a swimmer or surfer head first into the bottom causing neck and back injuries. Strong longshore currents will create dangerous swimming conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This is a long duration event with uncertainty on when conditions will improve. Significant ocean overwash impacts are expected at vulnerable oceanside areas through multiple high tide cycles into mid week. Minor soundside water level rises will also be possible.
Severe
Likely
Expected
October 19th, 2026 02:47:00 pm EDT
October 19th, 2026 02:47:00 pm EDT
October 20th, 2026 03:00:00 am EDT
Coastal Flood Advisory
Northern Outer Banks
Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 19 at 2:47PM EDT until October 21 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to 1 to 3 feet of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 9 to 12 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...Northern Outer Banks. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 8 PM EDT Wednesday. For the High Surf Advisory, until 6 AM EDT Thursday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Up to 1 to 3 feet of inundation above ground level is expected 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. 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.
Minor
Likely
Expected
October 19th, 2026 02:47:00 pm EDT
October 19th, 2026 02:47:00 pm EDT
October 20th, 2026 03:00:00 am EDT
High Surf Advisory
East Carteret
High Surf Advisory issued October 19 at 2:47PM EDT until October 21 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 8 to 10 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...East Carteret County. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 8 PM EDT Tuesday. For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Wednesday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level is expected 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. 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.
Minor
Likely
Expected
October 19th, 2026 02:47:00 pm EDT
October 19th, 2026 02:47:00 pm EDT
October 20th, 2026 03:00:00 am EDT
High Surf Advisory
Ocracoke Island
High Surf Advisory issued October 19 at 2:47PM EDT until October 21 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, up to 2 to 4 feet of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 6 to 9 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...Ocracoke Island. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Warning, until 8 PM EDT Wednesday. For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Wednesday. 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 in some areas near shorelines and tidal waterways resulting in an elevated threat of property damage. Flooding will extend inland from the waterfront threatening some homes and businesses. Numerous road closures and flooding of vehicles will be possible. Vulnerable portions of NC-12 may be inundated, especially around high tide. There is a possibility of being stranded on Ocracoke for multiple days. This could be life threatening if you have an emergency. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. Dangerous shore break can throw a swimmer or surfer head first into the bottom causing neck and back injuries. Strong longshore currents will create dangerous swimming conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This is a long duration event with uncertainty on when conditions will improve. Significant ocean overwash impacts are expected at vulnerable oceanside areas through multiple high tide cycles into mid week. Minor soundside water level rises will also be possible.
Minor
Likely
Expected
October 19th, 2026 02:47:00 pm EDT
October 19th, 2026 02:47:00 pm EDT
October 20th, 2026 03:00:00 am EDT
Coastal Flood Advisory
East Carteret
Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 19 at 2:47PM EDT until October 20 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 8 to 10 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...East Carteret County. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 8 PM EDT Tuesday. For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Wednesday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level is expected 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. 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.
Minor
Likely
Expected
October 19th, 2026 02:47:00 pm EDT
October 19th, 2026 02:47:00 pm EDT
October 20th, 2026 03:00:00 am EDT
High Surf Advisory
Hatteras Island
High Surf Advisory issued October 19 at 2:47PM EDT until October 22 at 6:00AM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, 2 to 4 feet of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 10 to 14 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...Hatteras Island. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Warning, until 8 PM EDT Wednesday. For the High Surf Advisory, until 6 AM 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 in some areas near shorelines and tidal waterways resulting in an elevated threat of property damage. Flooding will extend inland from the waterfront threatening some homes and businesses. Numerous road closures and flooding of vehicles will be possible. Vulnerable portions of NC-12 may be inundated, especially around high tide. There is a possibility of being stranded on Hatteras Island for multiple days. This could be life threatening if you have an emergency. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. Dangerous shore break can throw a swimmer or surfer head first into the bottom causing neck and back injuries. Strong longshore currents will create dangerous swimming conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This is a long duration event with uncertainty on when conditions will improve. Significant ocean overwash impacts are expected at vulnerable oceanside areas through multiple high tide cycles into mid week. Minor soundside water level rises will also be possible.
Minor
Likely
Expected
October 19th, 2026 02:47:00 pm EDT
October 19th, 2026 02:47:00 pm EDT
October 20th, 2026 03:00:00 am EDT
Coastal Flood Advisory
Tyrrell
Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 19 at 2:47PM EDT until October 20 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
* WHAT...Up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Areas along the Albemarle Sound, Alligator River, Scuppernong River, and adjacent tidal creeks. * WHEN...Until 2 AM EDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level is expected 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. Flooding will impact portions of Highway 94 around Northwest Fork, with water over the roadway in spots.
Minor
Likely
Expected
October 19th, 2026 02:47:00 pm EDT
October 19th, 2026 02:47:00 pm EDT
October 20th, 2026 02:00:00 am EDT
Coastal Flood Advisory
Pamlico; Southern Craven
Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 19 at 2:47PM EDT until October 20 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
* WHAT...Up to 1 to 2 feet 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 2 AM EDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected.
Minor
Likely
Expected
October 19th, 2026 02:47:00 pm EDT
October 19th, 2026 02:47:00 pm EDT
October 20th, 2026 02:00:00 am EDT
Beach Hazards Statement
Ocracoke Island
Beach Hazards Statement issued October 19 at 2:47PM EDT until October 19 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, up to 2 to 4 feet of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 6 to 9 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...Ocracoke Island. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Warning, until 8 PM EDT Wednesday. For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Wednesday. 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 in some areas near shorelines and tidal waterways resulting in an elevated threat of property damage. Flooding will extend inland from the waterfront threatening some homes and businesses. Numerous road closures and flooding of vehicles will be possible. Vulnerable portions of NC-12 may be inundated, especially around high tide. There is a possibility of being stranded on Ocracoke for multiple days. This could be life threatening if you have an emergency. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. Dangerous shore break can throw a swimmer or surfer head first into the bottom causing neck and back injuries. Strong longshore currents will create dangerous swimming conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This is a long duration event with uncertainty on when conditions will improve. Significant ocean overwash impacts are expected at vulnerable oceanside areas through multiple high tide cycles into mid week. Minor soundside water level rises will also be possible.
Moderate
Likely
Expected
October 19th, 2026 02:47:00 pm EDT
October 19th, 2026 02:47:00 pm EDT
October 20th, 2026 03:00:00 am EDT
Beach Hazards Statement
Hatteras Island
Beach Hazards Statement issued October 19 at 2:47PM EDT until October 19 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, 2 to 4 feet of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 10 to 14 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...Hatteras Island. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Warning, until 8 PM EDT Wednesday. For the High Surf Advisory, until 6 AM 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 in some areas near shorelines and tidal waterways resulting in an elevated threat of property damage. Flooding will extend inland from the waterfront threatening some homes and businesses. Numerous road closures and flooding of vehicles will be possible. Vulnerable portions of NC-12 may be inundated, especially around high tide. There is a possibility of being stranded on Hatteras Island for multiple days. This could be life threatening if you have an emergency. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. Dangerous shore break can throw a swimmer or surfer head first into the bottom causing neck and back injuries. Strong longshore currents will create dangerous swimming conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This is a long duration event with uncertainty on when conditions will improve. Significant ocean overwash impacts are expected at vulnerable oceanside areas through multiple high tide cycles into mid week. Minor soundside water level rises will also be possible.
Moderate
Likely
Expected
October 19th, 2026 02:47:00 pm EDT
October 19th, 2026 02:47:00 pm EDT
October 20th, 2026 03:00:00 am EDT
Beach Hazards Statement
East Carteret
Beach Hazards Statement issued October 19 at 2:47PM EDT until October 19 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 8 to 10 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...East Carteret County. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 8 PM EDT Tuesday. For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Wednesday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level is expected 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. 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.
Moderate
Likely
Expected
October 19th, 2026 02:47:00 pm EDT
October 19th, 2026 02:47:00 pm EDT
October 20th, 2026 03:00:00 am EDT
Beach Hazards Statement
Northern Outer Banks
Beach Hazards Statement issued October 19 at 2:47PM EDT until October 19 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to 1 to 3 feet of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 9 to 12 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...Northern Outer Banks. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 8 PM EDT Wednesday. For the High Surf Advisory, until 6 AM EDT Thursday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Up to 1 to 3 feet of inundation above ground level is expected 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. 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.
Moderate
Likely
Expected
October 19th, 2026 02:47:00 pm EDT
October 19th, 2026 02:47:00 pm EDT
October 20th, 2026 03:00:00 am EDT
Beach Hazards Statement
West Carteret
Beach Hazards Statement issued October 19 at 2:47PM EDT until October 19 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents and strong longshore currents in the surf zone. * WHERE...Bogue Banks beaches. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...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.
Moderate
Likely
Expected
October 19th, 2026 02:47:00 pm EDT
October 19th, 2026 02:47:00 pm EDT
October 19th, 2026 08:00:00 pm EDT
Beach Hazards Statement
Coastal Onslow
Beach Hazards Statement issued October 19 at 2:47PM EDT until October 19 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents, large breaking waves expected, and strong longshore currents in the surf zone. * WHERE...Onslow County beaches. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...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.
Moderate
Likely
Expected
October 19th, 2026 02:47:00 pm EDT
October 19th, 2026 02:47:00 pm EDT
October 19th, 2026 08:00:00 pm EDT
Coastal Flood Advisory
Eastern Currituck; Virginia Beach
Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 19 at 2:45PM EDT until October 22 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 8 to 14 feet in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...In North Carolina, Eastern Currituck County. In Virginia, Virginia Beach. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until midnight EDT Wednesday night. For the High Surf Advisory, until 7 PM EDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Shallow flooding is expected in the most vulnerable locations near the waterfront and shoreline resulting in a low threat of property damage. Expect up to one foot of water above ground level in low lying, vulnerable areas. Some roads and low lying property including parking lots, parks and lawns near the waterfront will experience shallow flooding.
Minor
Likely
Expected
October 19th, 2026 02:45:00 pm EDT
October 19th, 2026 02:45:00 pm EDT
October 19th, 2026 10:45:00 pm EDT
High Surf Advisory
Eastern Currituck; Virginia Beach
High Surf Advisory issued October 19 at 2:45PM EDT until October 21 at 7:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 8 to 14 feet in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...In North Carolina, Eastern Currituck County. In Virginia, Virginia Beach. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until midnight EDT Wednesday night. For the High Surf Advisory, until 7 PM EDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Shallow flooding is expected in the most vulnerable locations near the waterfront and shoreline resulting in a low threat of property damage. Expect up to one foot of water above ground level in low lying, vulnerable areas. Some roads and low lying property including parking lots, parks and lawns near the waterfront will experience shallow flooding.
Minor
Likely
Expected
October 19th, 2026 02:45:00 pm EDT
October 19th, 2026 02:45:00 pm EDT
October 19th, 2026 10:45:00 pm EDT
Coastal Flood Watch
Eastern Currituck; Virginia Beach
The Coastal Flood Watch has been cancelled.
The Coastal Flood Watch has been cancelled and is no longer in effect.
Minor
Observed
Past
October 19th, 2026 02:45:00 pm EDT
October 19th, 2026 02:45:00 pm EDT
October 19th, 2026 03:00:48 pm EDT
Wind Advisory
Northern Outer Banks; Ocracoke Island; Hatteras Island
Wind Advisory issued October 19 at 1:01PM EDT until October 20 at 6:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
* WHAT...North winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE...Hatteras Island, Northern Outer Banks, and Ocracoke Island. * WHEN...Until 6 PM EDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Moderate
Likely
Expected
October 19th, 2026 01:01:00 pm EDT
October 19th, 2026 01:01:00 pm EDT
October 20th, 2026 04:00:00 am EDT
High Surf Advisory
Coastal New Hanover
High Surf Advisory issued October 19 at 2:20AM EDT until October 20 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves up to 6 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents expected. * WHERE...Coastal New Hanover County. * WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Tuesday. For the High Rip Current Risk, from 6 AM EDT this morning through this evening. * IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
Minor
Likely
Expected
October 19th, 2026 02:20:00 am EDT
October 19th, 2026 02:20:00 am EDT
October 19th, 2026 08:00:00 pm EDT
Rip Current Statement
Coastal New Hanover
Rip Current Statement issued October 19 at 2:20AM EDT until October 19 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves up to 6 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents expected. * WHERE...Coastal New Hanover County. * WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Tuesday. For the High Rip Current Risk, from 6 AM EDT this morning through this evening. * IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
Moderate
Likely
Expected
October 19th, 2026 02:20:00 am EDT
October 19th, 2026 02:20:00 am EDT
October 19th, 2026 08:00:00 pm EDT
Rip Current Statement
Coastal Pender
Rip Current Statement issued October 19 at 2:20AM EDT until October 19 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected. * WHERE...Coastal Pender County. * WHEN...Today. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
Moderate
Likely
Expected
October 19th, 2026 02:20:00 am EDT
October 19th, 2026 02:20:00 am EDT
October 19th, 2026 08:00:00 pm EDT
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National Outlook
Flash Flooding Risk in Southwest & Coastal Showers in Northeast - 10-19 to 10-21
East Coast Nor'easter and West Coast Heavy Rain Expected 10-22 to 10-26
Mon Oct 19th 2026, 8:36am PDT
