# HEADLINE
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COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT WEDNESDAY
# SUMMARY
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Beaufort Marine Lab NC MLLW Categories - Minor 5.0 ft, Moderate 5.5 ft, Major 6.5 ft MHHW Categories - Minor -0.8 ft, Moderate -0.3 ft, Major 0.7 ft
Total Total Departure Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 25/08 AM 5.4 -0.4 1.3 1 Minor 25/08 PM 4.7 -1.1 1.2 1 None 26/08 AM 5.5 -0.3 1.2 1 Moderate 26/08 PM 4.6 -1.2 1.2 1 None 27/09 AM 5.4 -0.4 1.0 1 Minor 27/09 PM 4.4 -1.4 1.0 1 None
# DETAILS
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WHAT
Up to 1 to 3 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.
WHEN
Until 2 PM EDT Wednesday.
IMPACTS
Up to 1 to 3 feet of inundation above ground level is possible in some 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 a King Tide Cycle in place through the upcoming work-week. The morning high tide will be the highest of the two daily tides. King Tides peak Tuesday and Wednesday.
ISSUED AT
Sunday, October 25, 2026 at 3:43 AM EDT
ISSUED BY
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
HEADER
Coastal Hazard Message
# PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
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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.
# AREAS AFFECTED
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West Carteret