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
343 AM EDT Sun Oct 25 2026
NCZ196-199-260000-
/O.EXT.KMHX.BH.S.0078.261025T0743Z-261026T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-261028T1800Z/
East Carteret-Coastal Onslow-
343 AM EDT Sun Oct 25 2026
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT
WEDNESDAY...
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents
and strong longshore currents in the surf zone. For the Coastal
Flood Advisory, up to 1 to 3 feet of inundation above ground
level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...East Carteret and Coastal Onslow Counties.
* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through this evening.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 2 PM EDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...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. Strong longshore currents will
create dangerous swimming conditions.
* 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.
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.
Strong longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip
currents, piers, jetties and other hazardous areas. In many
cases, the longshore current is strong enough to prevent swimmers
from being able to keep their feet on the bottom making it
difficult to return to shore.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
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
&&
$$
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
235 AM EDT Sun Oct 25 2026
NCZ106-251900-
/O.EXT.KILM.CF.Y.0076.000000T0000Z-261026T0100Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0024.261025T1000Z-261026T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-
235 AM EDT Sun Oct 25 2026
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT THIS
MORNING THROUGH THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of
inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines
and tidal waterways. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous
rip currents expected. A strong north to south longshore current
is also expected.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender County.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 9 PM EDT this
evening. For the High Rip Current Risk, from 6 AM EDT this
morning through this 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 6.9 2.4 1.6 5-6 Minor
25/07 PM 6.1 1.6 1.5 6 Minor
26/08 AM 6.9 2.4 1.4 5 Minor
26/08 PM 6.0 1.5 1.4 4 Minor
27/09 AM 6.8 2.3 1.2 4 Minor
27/09 PM 5.6 1.1 1.2 3-4 None
&&
$$
Small Craft Advisory
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
233 AM EDT Wed Oct 21 2026
AMZ156-158-211845-
/O.EXT.KMHX.SC.Y.0089.000000T0000Z-261026T0000Z/
S of Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout NC out 20 nm-
S of Cape Lookout to N of Surf City NC out 20 nm-
233 AM EDT Wed Oct 21 2026
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT SUNDAY...
* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas
6 to 9 ft.
* WHERE...The coastal waters from Ocracoke Inlet to Surf City.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.
&&
$$
Rip Current Statement
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
235 AM EDT Sun Oct 25 2026
NCZ106-251900-
/O.EXT.KILM.CF.Y.0076.000000T0000Z-261026T0100Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0024.261025T1000Z-261026T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-
235 AM EDT Sun Oct 25 2026
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT THIS
MORNING THROUGH THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of
inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines
and tidal waterways. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous
rip currents expected. A strong north to south longshore current
is also expected.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender County.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 9 PM EDT this
evening. For the High Rip Current Risk, from 6 AM EDT this
morning through this 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 6.9 2.4 1.6 5-6 Minor
25/07 PM 6.1 1.6 1.5 6 Minor
26/08 AM 6.9 2.4 1.4 5 Minor
26/08 PM 6.0 1.5 1.4 4 Minor
27/09 AM 6.8 2.3 1.2 4 Minor
27/09 PM 5.6 1.1 1.2 3-4 None
&&
$$
Beach Hazards Statement
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
343 AM EDT Sun Oct 25 2026
NCZ196-199-260000-
/O.EXT.KMHX.BH.S.0078.261025T0743Z-261026T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.CF.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-261028T1800Z/
East Carteret-Coastal Onslow-
343 AM EDT Sun Oct 25 2026
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT
WEDNESDAY...
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents
and strong longshore currents in the surf zone. For the Coastal
Flood Advisory, up to 1 to 3 feet of inundation above ground
level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...East Carteret and Coastal Onslow Counties.
* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through this evening.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 2 PM EDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...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. Strong longshore currents will
create dangerous swimming conditions.
* 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.
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.
Strong longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip
currents, piers, jetties and other hazardous areas. In many
cases, the longshore current is strong enough to prevent swimmers
from being able to keep their feet on the bottom making it
difficult to return to shore.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
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
&&
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
530 AM EDT Sun Oct 25 2026
NCZ199-260930-
Coastal Onslow-
530 AM EDT Sun Oct 25 2026
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT WEDNESDAY...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for eastern North Carolina.
.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.
Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.
Beach Hazards Statement.
Coastal Flood Advisory.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Monday through Saturday.
Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.
Coastal Flood Advisory.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation is not expected at this time.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
503 AM EDT Sun Oct 25 2026
NCZ003>006-019-020-VAZ022-023-032>035-043>047-058-059-260915-
Surry-Stokes-Rockingham-Caswell-Wilkes-Yadkin-Roanoke-Botetourt-
Patrick-Franklin-Bedford-Amherst-Henry-Pittsylvania-Campbell-
Appomattox-Buckingham-Halifax-Charlotte-
503 AM EDT Sun Oct 25 2026
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for north central North Carolina,
northwest North Carolina, central Virginia, south central Virginia,
southwest Virginia and west central Virginia.
.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.
No hazardous weather is expected today.
Patchy frost is possible late tonight.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Monday through Saturday.
No hazardous weather is expected at this time.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation is not expected at this time.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Wakefield VA
418 AM EDT Sun Oct 25 2026
MDZ021>024-NCZ012-VAZ064>068-075-076-079>083-087>089-092-511>522-
260830-
Dorchester-Wicomico-Somerset-Inland Worcester-Northampton-Caroline-
Mecklenburg-Lunenburg-Nottoway-Amelia-Westmoreland-Richmond-
Brunswick-Dinwiddie-
Prince George (including Hopewell and Petersburg)-Charles City-
New Kent-Greensville-Sussex-Surry-Southampton-Western Hanover-
Eastern Hanover-Western Chesterfield-
Eastern Chesterfield (Including Col. Heights)-
Western Henrico (Including the City of Richmond)-Eastern Henrico-
Western King William-Eastern King William-Western King and Queen-
Eastern King and Queen-Western Essex-Eastern Essex-
418 AM EDT Sun Oct 25 2026
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for southeast Maryland, northeast
North Carolina, central Virginia, east central Virginia, north
central Virginia, south central Virginia and southeast Virginia.
.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.
Patchy frost is possible late tonight into early Monday.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Monday through Saturday.
Areas of frost will be possible early Monday morning.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation is not expected at this time.
$$
