Weather Alert in North Carolina
High Surf Advisory
High Surf Advisory issued August 21 at 3:30AM EDT until August 23 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
AREAS AFFECTED: Northern Outer Banks; Ocracoke Island; Hatteras Island
DESCRIPTION: * WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 7 to 17 feet in the surf zone. For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...The beaches from Duck to Ocracoke. * WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until midnight EDT Friday night. For the Beach Hazards Statement, through this evening. * IMPACTS...Extreme beach and coastal damage is likely along the oceanside, resulting in a significant threat to life and property. Large dangerous waves will likely inundate and destroy protective dune structures. Severe flooding will likely extend inland from the waterfront causing flooding of many homes and businesses with some structural damage possible. Numerous roads will likely be impassable under several feet of water and vehicles will likely be submerged. Actions will need to be taken to protect life and property. Extremely dangerous swimming and surfing conditions expected, as well as the wave action resulting in significant beach erosion. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Minor soundside inundation is possible on the Outer Banks from Buxton to Ocracoke due to the increase in north winds today. Water level rises of 1 to 2 feet are possible here through this evening.
INSTRUCTION: Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. The surf will be extremely dangerous for everyone, and swimming is absolutely discouraged.
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