Coastal Flood Warning issued October 17 at 3:46PM EDT until October 20

* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents,
large breaking waves expected, and strong longshore currents in
the surf zone. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves
of 8 to 14 feet expected in the surf zone. For the Coastal
Flood Warning, 2 to 4 feet of inundation above ground level
expected in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.

* WHERE...Hatteras Island.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 5 PM EDT Tuesday. For
the Beach Hazards Statement, until 8 PM EDT this evening. For
the Coastal Flood Warning, until 5 PM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...2 to 4 feet of inundation above ground level is
expected in some areas near shorelines and tidal waterways
resulting in an elevated 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. There is a possibility of being
stranded on Hatteras Island for multiple days. This could be
life threatening if you have an emergency. Dangerous swimming
and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This has the potential to be a long
duration event bringing more significant ocean overwash impacts
to vulnerable oceanside areas through multiple high tide cycles
into next week. Minor soundside water level rises will also be
possible.