ENC Advisories
Active National Weather Service watches, warnings and advisories for the ENC Weather county coverage area, with the full details of each product.
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Current ENC Watches, Warnings & Advisories
Every active product affecting one or more counties in the ENC Weather coverage set is listed below with its timing, counties, full NWS description and instructions.
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued October 29 at 4:20AM EDT until October 29 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.
* WHERE...Ocracoke Island.
* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through Thursday
evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 2 PM EDT
Thursday.
* 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.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Tide levels will remain high with a King
Tide Cycle in place through today. The morning high tide will
be the highest of the two daily tides.
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.
Life-threatening rip currents. If caught in a rip current, remain
calm. Swim in a direction following the shoreline. If tired,
float or tread water until out of the rip current. If unable to
escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued October 29 at 4:20AM EDT until October 29 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.
* WHERE...Hatteras Island.
* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through Thursday
evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 2 PM EDT
Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Ocean overwash impacts will continue through today,
especially around high tide in areas where dunes have been
compromised. NC-12 between the Basnight Bridge and Rodanthe
remains closed. The next high tide is around 10 PM tonight and
around 10:15 AM Thursday. Rip currents can sweep even the best
swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Tide levels will remain high with a King
Tide Cycle in place through today. The morning high tide will
be the highest of the two daily tides.
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.
Life-threatening rip currents. If caught in a rip current, remain
calm. Swim in a direction following the shoreline. If tired,
float or tread water until out of the rip current. If unable to
escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued October 29 at 4:20AM EDT until October 29 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.
* WHERE...East Carteret County.
* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through Thursday
evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 2 PM EDT
Thursday.
* 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. Rip currents can sweep even the best
swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Tide levels will remain high with a King
Tide Cycle in place through today. The morning high tide will
be the highest of the two daily tides.
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.
Life-threatening rip currents. If caught in a rip current, remain
calm. Swim in a direction following the shoreline. If tired,
float or tread water until out of the rip current. If unable to
escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued October 29 at 4:20AM EDT until October 29 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip
currents. 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.
* WHERE...Northern Outer Banks.
* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through Thursday
evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 2 PM EDT
Thursday.
* 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. Rip currents can sweep even the best
swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Tide levels will remain high with a King
Tide Cycle in place through today. The morning high tide will
be the highest of the two daily tides.
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.
Life-threatening rip currents. If caught in a rip current, remain
calm. Swim in a direction following the shoreline. If tired,
float or tread water until out of the rip current. If unable to
escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued October 29 at 5:05AM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Patchy dense fog has developed this morning across portions of the
Piedmont and southern Virginia and Northampton NC. Visibilities
will be locally reduced to one quarter mile at times through 9 AM.
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued October 29 at 5:06AM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC
Patchy fog has developed this morning, with the lowest
visibilities occurring along Interstate 85. Visibilities may be
reduced to one quarter mile or less at times. If you are driving
this morning, reduce driving speeds, increase following distances,
and use only low beam headlights. Visibilities should improve
between 9 and 10 AM this morning.
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued October 29 at 5:23AM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA
Patchy dense fog has developed this morning across portions of the
Piedmont of southern Virginia and into North Carolina...mainly
east of Highway 29. Visibilities will be locally reduced to one
quarter mile at times through 9 AM.
If you are driving this morning, reduce driving speeds, increase
following distances, and use your low beam headlights.
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 29 at 3:54AM EDT until October 29 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents
expected and strong north to south longshore current. 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...Coastal New Hanover County.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, through this evening.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 9 AM this morning to noon
EDT today.
* 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. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water.
* 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.
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.
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 29 at 3:54AM EDT until October 29 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents
expected and strong north to south longshore current. 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...Coastal Pender County.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, through this evening.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 9 AM this morning to noon
EDT today.
* 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. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water.
* 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.
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.
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
Coastal Flood Advisory
Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 29 at 4:20AM EDT until October 29 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
* WHAT...Up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level in
low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Areas along Bogue Banks beaches, Bogue Sound, the
Newport and White Oak Rivers, and adjacent tidal creeks, and
areas in North Topsail Beach, the lower New River, and
adjacent tidal creeks.
* WHEN...Until 2 PM EDT Thursday.
* 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 remain high with a King
Tide Cycle in place through Thursday. The morning high tide
will be the highest of the two daily tides.
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.
Coastal Flood Advisory
Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 29 at 4:20AM EDT until October 29 at 2:00PM 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.
* WHERE...Hatteras Island.
* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through Thursday
evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 2 PM EDT
Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Ocean overwash impacts will continue through today,
especially around high tide in areas where dunes have been
compromised. NC-12 between the Basnight Bridge and Rodanthe
remains closed. The next high tide is around 10 PM tonight and
around 10:15 AM Thursday. Rip currents can sweep even the best
swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Tide levels will remain high with a King
Tide Cycle in place through today. The morning high tide will
be the highest of the two daily tides.
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.
Life-threatening rip currents. If caught in a rip current, remain
calm. Swim in a direction following the shoreline. If tired,
float or tread water until out of the rip current. If unable to
escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.
Coastal Flood Advisory
Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 29 at 4:20AM EDT until October 29 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip
currents. 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.
* WHERE...Northern Outer Banks.
* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through Thursday
evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 2 PM EDT
Thursday.
* 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. Rip currents can sweep even the best
swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Tide levels will remain high with a King
Tide Cycle in place through today. The morning high tide will
be the highest of the two daily tides.
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.
Life-threatening rip currents. If caught in a rip current, remain
calm. Swim in a direction following the shoreline. If tired,
float or tread water until out of the rip current. If unable to
escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.
Coastal Flood Advisory
Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 29 at 4:20AM EDT until October 29 at 2:00PM 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.
* WHERE...Ocracoke Island.
* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through Thursday
evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 2 PM EDT
Thursday.
* 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.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Tide levels will remain high with a King
Tide Cycle in place through today. The morning high tide will
be the highest of the two daily tides.
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.
Life-threatening rip currents. If caught in a rip current, remain
calm. Swim in a direction following the shoreline. If tired,
float or tread water until out of the rip current. If unable to
escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.
Coastal Flood Advisory
Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 29 at 4:20AM EDT until October 29 at 2:00PM 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.
* WHERE...East Carteret County.
* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through Thursday
evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 2 PM EDT
Thursday.
* 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. Rip currents can sweep even the best
swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Tide levels will remain high with a King
Tide Cycle in place through today. The morning high tide will
be the highest of the two daily tides.
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.
Life-threatening rip currents. If caught in a rip current, remain
calm. Swim in a direction following the shoreline. If tired,
float or tread water until out of the rip current. If unable to
escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.
Coastal Flood Advisory
Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 29 at 3:54AM EDT until October 29 at 12:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents
expected and strong north to south longshore current. 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...Coastal New Hanover County.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, through this evening.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 9 AM this morning to noon
EDT today.
* 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. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water.
* 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.
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.
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
Coastal Flood Advisory
Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 29 at 3:54AM EDT until October 29 at 12:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents
expected and strong north to south longshore current. 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...Coastal Pender County.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, through this evening.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 9 AM this morning to noon
EDT today.
* 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. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water.
* 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.
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.
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
Coastal Flood Advisory
Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 29 at 3:54AM EDT until October 29 at 12:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Brunswick County.
* WHEN...From 9 AM this morning to noon EDT today.
* 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.
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.
Coastal Flood Advisory
Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 29 at 3:54AM EDT until October 29 at 3:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
* WHAT...Up to one half 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...From 11 AM this morning to 3 PM EDT this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...The lowest portions of USS North Carolina Road and
Battleship Road begin to observe minor coastal flooding. Water
begins to spread out of storm drains onto Water Street just
south of Market Street in downtown Wilmington.
* 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.
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.
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