Coastal Flood Warning issued October 22 at 3:11PM EDT until October 22

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, up to 2 to 4 ft of
inundation above ground level in low- lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory,
large breaking waves of 8 to 10 feet in the surf zone. For the
Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents and large
breaking waves expected in the surf zone.

* WHERE...Hatteras Island.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Up to 2 to 4 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.
Flooding will extend inland from the waterfront threatening
some homes and businesses. Numerous road closures and flooding
of vehicles will be possible. Vulnerable portions of NC-12 may
be inundated, especially around high tide. Dangerous swimming
and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip
currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into
deeper water. Dangerous shore break can throw a swimmer or
surfer head first into the bottom causing neck and back
injuries.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...NC-12 between the Basnight Bridge and
Rodanthe remains closed. Significant ocean overwash impacts are
expected to continue for vulnerable oceanside into tonight,
especially around high tide.