OCRACOKE ISLAND — * WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards Statement, large breaking waves expected in the surf zone.
* WHERE...Ocracoke Island.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Thursday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, from 8 AM EDT Thursday through Thursday evening.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. Dangerous shore break can throw a swimmer or surfer head first into the bottom causing neck and back injuries.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Minor ocean overwash impacts are possible at vulnerable oceanside areas into Thursday morning. Portions of NC-12 may be impacted around high tide. The most likely time for strong rip currents to occur is a couple hours either side of low tide.
Flooding in Ocracoke Island can cut off roads with little warning, damage homes near low-lying areas, and disrupt power and water service. Even a few inches of moving water can carry away a vehicle.
This report is based on information from NWS, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.
Alert USA anticipates a high chance of travel disruptions, elevated property risk in low-lying areas, and possible power outages while the event is active.
Recommended steps: avoid flooded roads — turn around, don't drown; move to higher ground if you are in a low-lying area; charge phones and prepare for power loss; check on family and neighbors.
Alert USA is tracking this flood event and will update this report as verified information becomes available.
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