Walstonburg Warnings, Watches and Advisories
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Beach Hazards Statement
Hatteras Island
Beach Hazards Statement issued October 23 at 3:58PM EDT until October 23 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 Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents and large breaking waves expected in the surf zone. * WHERE...Hatteras Island. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 11 AM EDT Monday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Ocean overwash impacts will improve some this morning as seas continue to subside. However, seas build some tonight through the weekend which may bring additional minor overwash in areas were dunes have been compromised. NC-12 between the Basnight Bridge and Rodanthe remains closed. Today's high tide is around 6 pm this evening. 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...Tide levels will continue to rise with King Tide Cycle in place through the upcoming work-week. The morning high tide will be the highest of the two daily tides. King Tide peaks TUE and WED.
Moderate
Likely
Expected
October 23rd, 2026 03:58:00 pm EDT
October 23rd, 2026 03:58:00 pm EDT
October 24th, 2026 04:00:00 am EDT
Beach Hazards Statement
Northern Outer Banks
Beach Hazards Statement issued October 23 at 3:58PM EDT until October 23 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents and large breaking waves in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level expected in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Northern Outer Banks. * WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, until 8 PM EDT this evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 5 AM Saturday to 11 AM EDT Monday. * 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...Tide levels will continue to rise with King Tide Cycle in place through the upcoming work-week. The morning high tide will be the highest of the two daily tides. King Tide peaks TUE and WED.
Moderate
Likely
Expected
October 23rd, 2026 03:58:00 pm EDT
October 23rd, 2026 03:58:00 pm EDT
October 24th, 2026 04:00:00 am EDT
Coastal Flood Advisory
Pamlico; Southern Craven
Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 23 at 3:58PM EDT until October 26 at 11:00AM 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...From 5 AM Saturday to 11 AM EDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Tide levels will continue to rise with King Tide Cycle in place through the upcoming work-week. The morning high tide will be the highest of the two daily tides. King Tide peaks TUE and WED.
Minor
Likely
Expected
October 23rd, 2026 03:58:00 pm EDT
October 23rd, 2026 03:58:00 pm EDT
October 24th, 2026 04:00:00 am EDT
Coastal Flood Advisory
Northern Outer Banks
Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 23 at 3:58PM EDT until October 26 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents and large breaking waves in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level expected in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Northern Outer Banks. * WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, until 8 PM EDT this evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 5 AM Saturday to 11 AM EDT Monday. * 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...Tide levels will continue to rise with King Tide Cycle in place through the upcoming work-week. The morning high tide will be the highest of the two daily tides. King Tide peaks TUE and WED.
Minor
Likely
Expected
October 23rd, 2026 03:58:00 pm EDT
October 23rd, 2026 03:58:00 pm EDT
October 24th, 2026 04:00:00 am EDT
Coastal Flood Advisory
Ocracoke Island
Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 23 at 3:58PM EDT until October 26 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
* WHAT...Up to 1 to 2 feet of of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Areas along the beaches, Pamlico Sound, and adjacent tidal creeks. * WHEN...From 5 AM Saturday to 11 AM EDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Tide levels will continue to rise with King Tide Cycle in place through the upcoming work-week. The morning high tide will be the highest of the two daily tides. King Tide peaks TUE and WED.
Minor
Likely
Expected
October 23rd, 2026 03:58:00 pm EDT
October 23rd, 2026 03:58:00 pm EDT
October 24th, 2026 04:00:00 am EDT
Coastal Flood Advisory
West Carteret; East Carteret; Coastal Onslow
Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 23 at 3:58PM EDT until October 26 at 11:00AM 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 in North Topsail Beach, along the lower New River, White Oak River, Bogue and Core Sounds, and adjacent tidal creeks. * WHEN...From 5 AM Saturday to 11 AM EDT Monday. * 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. Some roads and low lying property including parking lots, parks, lawns, and homes adjacent to the waterfront will experience shallow flooding. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Tide levels will continue to rise with King Tide Cycle in place through the upcoming work-week. The morning high tide will be the highest of the two daily tides. King Tide peaks TUE and WED.
Minor
Likely
Expected
October 23rd, 2026 03:58:00 pm EDT
October 23rd, 2026 03:58:00 pm EDT
October 24th, 2026 04:00:00 am EDT
Coastal Flood Advisory
Hatteras Island
Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 23 at 3:58PM EDT until October 26 at 11:00AM 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 Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents and large breaking waves expected in the surf zone. * WHERE...Hatteras Island. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 11 AM EDT Monday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Ocean overwash impacts will improve some this morning as seas continue to subside. However, seas build some tonight through the weekend which may bring additional minor overwash in areas were dunes have been compromised. NC-12 between the Basnight Bridge and Rodanthe remains closed. Today's high tide is around 6 pm this evening. 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...Tide levels will continue to rise with King Tide Cycle in place through the upcoming work-week. The morning high tide will be the highest of the two daily tides. King Tide peaks TUE and WED.
Minor
Likely
Expected
October 23rd, 2026 03:58:00 pm EDT
October 23rd, 2026 03:58:00 pm EDT
October 24th, 2026 04:00:00 am EDT
Coastal Flood Advisory
Coastal Pender; Coastal New Hanover; Coastal Brunswick
Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 23 at 1:15PM EDT until October 24 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Coastal Pender, Coastal New Hanover and Coastal Brunswick Counties. * WHEN...During the Friday evening and Saturday morning high tide cycles. * IMPACTS...Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal flooding. Check with local officials for any road closures or impacts. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or other factors.
Minor
Likely
Expected
October 23rd, 2026 01:15:00 pm EDT
October 23rd, 2026 01:15:00 pm EDT
October 24th, 2026 03:00:00 am EDT
Coastal Flood Advisory
Inland New Hanover
Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 23 at 1:15PM EDT until October 24 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown Wilmington. * WHEN...During the Friday evening and Saturday morning high tide cycles. * IMPACTS...Portions of Battleship Road and USS North Carolina Road observe minor coastal flooding up to one foot in depth. In downtown Wilmington, sections of Water Street observe minor flooding up to one half foot in depth. Check with local officials for any road closures or impacts. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or other factors.
Minor
Likely
Expected
October 23rd, 2026 01:15:00 pm EDT
October 23rd, 2026 01:15:00 pm EDT
October 24th, 2026 03:00:00 am EDT
SAFETY and DATA MESSAGE
When a severe thunderstorm warning is issued, the storm may produce damaging winds, large hail, dangerous lightning, and heavy rain. In some cases, heavy rainfall produced by a severe storm can also lead to flash flooding. Do not drive vehicles through flooded areas. The water depth or fast flowing water/mud/debris from a flash flood will make road conditions unsafe. Do not rely soley on data presented here or other third-party websites - always check your official national and local weather service agency website, socials, radio and/or TV stations for making critical decisions related to weather events.
Please carefully read each posted Warning and Alert as it relates to the area(s) being affected. We may provide a wider range of issued severe weather warnings for surrounding cities and counties, so some alerts may not directly impact this location. This is done to help with preparing for severe weather that may overlap or be heading towards Walstonburg.
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