Coastal Flood Warning issued October 17 at 5:02AM EDT until October 20

* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, strong longshore
currents 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. For the High Surf
Advisory, large breaking waves of 6 to 12 feet expected in the
surf zone.

* WHERE...Ocracoke Island.

* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, from 8 AM EDT this
morning through this evening. For the Coastal Flood Warning,
from 5 PM this afternoon to 8 AM EDT Tuesday. For the High
Surf Advisory, from midnight tonight to 8 PM EDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Up to 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 Ocracoke for multiple days. This could be life
threatening if you have an emergency. Dangerous swimming and
surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Strong longshore
currents will create dangerous swimming conditions.

* 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.