Gale Warning
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
1230 AM EDT Sun Oct 25 2026
AMZ158-251630-
/O.UPG.KMHX.SC.Y.0090.000000T0000Z-261031T0700Z/
/O.EXB.KMHX.GL.W.0030.000000T0000Z-261026T0000Z/
S of Cape Lookout to N of Surf City NC out 20 nm-
1230 AM EDT Sun Oct 25 2026
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Northeast winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and
seas 6 to 9 ft.
* WHERE...The coastal waters from Cape Lookout to Surf City.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.
&&
$$
Coastal Flood Advisory
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
843 PM EDT Sat Oct 24 2026
NCZ199-251245-
/O.NEW.KMHX.BH.S.0078.261025T1200Z-261026T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-261028T1800Z/
Coastal Onslow-
843 PM EDT Sat Oct 24 2026
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT
WEDNESDAY...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM EDT SUNDAY THROUGH
SUNDAY EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to 1 to 3 feet of
inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards Statement,
dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...Coastal Onslow County.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 2 PM EDT
Wednesday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, from 8 AM EDT
Sunday through Sunday evening.
* IMPACTS...Up to 1 to 3 feet of inundation above ground level is
possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways
resulting in a low threat of property damage. Some roads and
low lying property including parking lots, parks, lawns, and
homes adjacent to the waterfront will experience shallow
flooding. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Tide levels will continue to rise with a King
Tide Cycle in place through the upcoming work-week. The morning
high tide will be the highest of the two daily tides. King
Tides peak Tuesday and Wednesday.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
&&
$$
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
728 PM EDT Sat Oct 24 2026
NCZ106-250900-
/O.CAN.KILM.BH.S.0058.000000T0000Z-261025T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KILM.RP.S.0024.261025T1000Z-261026T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0076.000000T0000Z-261025T1400Z/
Coastal Pender-
728 PM EDT Sat Oct 24 2026
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EDT
SUNDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT SUNDAY THROUGH
SUNDAY EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, one to two feet of
inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Rip Current Risk,
dangerous rip currents expected. There will also be a strong
north to south longshore current.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender County.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 10 AM EDT Sunday.
For the High Rip Current Risk, from 6 AM EDT Sunday through
Sunday evening.
* 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.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
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.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Mercer Pier at Wrightsville Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 8.0 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
25/07 AM 7.0 2.5 1.7 5-6 Minor
25/08 PM 6.3 1.8 1.8 6-7 Minor
26/08 AM 6.9 2.4 1.4 5 Minor
26/08 PM 6.1 1.6 1.5 4-5 Minor
27/09 AM 6.8 2.3 1.2 4 Minor
&&
$$
Small Craft Advisory
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
233 AM EDT Wed Oct 21 2026
AMZ156-158-211845-
/O.EXT.KMHX.SC.Y.0089.000000T0000Z-261026T0000Z/
S of Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout NC out 20 nm-
S of Cape Lookout to N of Surf City NC out 20 nm-
233 AM EDT Wed Oct 21 2026
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT SUNDAY...
* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas
6 to 9 ft.
* WHERE...The coastal waters from Ocracoke Inlet to Surf City.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.
&&
$$
Rip Current Statement
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
728 PM EDT Sat Oct 24 2026
NCZ106-250900-
/O.CAN.KILM.BH.S.0058.000000T0000Z-261025T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KILM.RP.S.0024.261025T1000Z-261026T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0076.000000T0000Z-261025T1400Z/
Coastal Pender-
728 PM EDT Sat Oct 24 2026
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EDT
SUNDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT SUNDAY THROUGH
SUNDAY EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, one to two feet of
inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Rip Current Risk,
dangerous rip currents expected. There will also be a strong
north to south longshore current.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender County.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 10 AM EDT Sunday.
For the High Rip Current Risk, from 6 AM EDT Sunday through
Sunday evening.
* 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.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
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.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Mercer Pier at Wrightsville Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 8.0 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
25/07 AM 7.0 2.5 1.7 5-6 Minor
25/08 PM 6.3 1.8 1.8 6-7 Minor
26/08 AM 6.9 2.4 1.4 5 Minor
26/08 PM 6.1 1.6 1.5 4-5 Minor
27/09 AM 6.8 2.3 1.2 4 Minor
&&
$$
Beach Hazards Statement
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
843 PM EDT Sat Oct 24 2026
NCZ199-251245-
/O.NEW.KMHX.BH.S.0078.261025T1200Z-261026T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-261028T1800Z/
Coastal Onslow-
843 PM EDT Sat Oct 24 2026
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT
WEDNESDAY...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM EDT SUNDAY THROUGH
SUNDAY EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to 1 to 3 feet of
inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards Statement,
dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...Coastal Onslow County.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 2 PM EDT
Wednesday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, from 8 AM EDT
Sunday through Sunday evening.
* IMPACTS...Up to 1 to 3 feet of inundation above ground level is
possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways
resulting in a low threat of property damage. Some roads and
low lying property including parking lots, parks, lawns, and
homes adjacent to the waterfront will experience shallow
flooding. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Tide levels will continue to rise with a King
Tide Cycle in place through the upcoming work-week. The morning
high tide will be the highest of the two daily tides. King
Tides peak Tuesday and Wednesday.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
&&
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
851 PM EDT Sat Oct 24 2026
NCZ199-260100-
Coastal Onslow-
851 PM EDT Sat Oct 24 2026
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT WEDNESDAY...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING...
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for eastern North Carolina.
.DAY ONE...Tonight.
Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.
Coastal Flood Advisory.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Sunday through Friday.
Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.
Coastal Flood Advisory.
Beach Hazards Statement.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation is not expected at this time.
$$
Martin
