High Surf Advisory and Coastal Flood Advisory Issued for Northern Outer Banks and Hatteras Island

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a High Surf Advisory and Coastal Flood Advisory for the Northern Outer Banks and Hatteras Island, effective until noon EDT on Sunday. The advisory warns of dangerous rip currents, large breaking waves of 6 to 9 feet in the surf zone, and 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways around high tide.

The impacts of these advisories include flooding of lots, parks, and roads with isolated road closures expected, dangerous swimming and surfing conditions, localized beach erosion, and the risk of rip currents sweeping swimmers away from shore into deeper water. Additionally, dangerous shore break can pose a threat by throwing a swimmer or surfer headfirst into the bottom, potentially causing neck and back injuries.

The most likely time for strong rip currents to occur is a couple of hours either side of low tide, which recently occurred around 3 pm on Sunday afternoon. Residents and visitors in the affected areas are advised to exercise caution and stay informed about changing weather conditions.

These advisories highlight the importance of being aware of weather-related risks and taking necessary precautions to ensure personal safety. By heeding the warnings issued by the NWS, individuals can reduce the likelihood of accidents and injuries associated with high surf and coastal flooding events.

As climate change continues to impact weather patterns, it is crucial for communities to stay vigilant and prepared for extreme weather events. By understanding the risks posed by high surf and coastal flooding, individuals can better protect themselves and their property from potential harm.

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References:
– NWS Newport/Morehead City NC. (n.d.). High Surf Advisory issued August 23 at 8:23PM EDT until August 24 at 12:00PM EDT. Retrieved from https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.797429313c890ec605f61dcba9b135cbe471c7d8.001.3.cap

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