Gale Warning

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
426 PM EDT Thu Mar 28 2024

AMZ135-290700-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0013.000000T0000Z-240329T0700Z/
Pamlico Sound-
426 PM EDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM EDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and very
  rough waters.

* WHERE...Pamlico Sound.

* WHEN...Until 3 AM EDT Friday.

* 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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
426 PM EDT Thu Mar 28 2024

AMZ156-158-290900-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0013.000000T0000Z-240329T1200Z/
S of Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout NC out 20 nm-
S of Cape Lookout to N of Surf City NC out 20 nm-
426 PM EDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and
  seas 4 to 7 ft.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Ocracoke Inlet to Surf City.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Friday.

* 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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
426 PM EDT Thu Mar 28 2024

AMZ150-290900-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0013.000000T0000Z-240329T1100Z/
S of Currituck Beach Light to Oregon Inlet NC out 20 nm-
426 PM EDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and
  seas 5 to 8 ft.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Duck to Oregon Inlet.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EDT Friday.

* 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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
426 PM EDT Thu Mar 28 2024

AMZ152-154-290900-
/O.CON.KMHX.GL.W.0013.000000T0000Z-240329T1300Z/
S of Oregon Inlet to Cape Hatteras NC out 20 nm-
S of Cape Hatteras to Ocracoke Inlet NC out 20 nm
including the Monitor National Marine Sanctuary-
426 PM EDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM EDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and
  seas 6 to 9 ft.

* WHERE...The coastal waters from Oregon Inlet to Ocracoke Inlet.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM EDT Friday.

* 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 severe conditions.

&&

$$

Coastal Flood Advisory

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
256 PM EDT Thu Mar 28 2024

NCZ204-291000-
/O.EXT.KMHX.CF.Y.0015.240328T1856Z-240329T1800Z/
Ocracoke Island-
256 PM EDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Up to one to two feet of inundation above ground level
  expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
  waterways.

* WHERE...Areas along the Pamlico Sound and adjacent tidal
  creeks as well as the vulnerable portions of northern Ocracoke.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...NCDOT is reporting that NC 12 on the northern end of
  Ocracoke Island remains closed due to ocean overwash and
  dangerous driving conditions.

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.

&&

$$

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
256 PM EDT Thu Mar 28 2024

NCZ205-291000-
/O.EXT.KMHX.CF.Y.0015.240328T1856Z-240329T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.SU.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-240329T1200Z/
Hatteras Island-
256 PM EDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT FRIDAY...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 6
  to 9 feet in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up
  to one to two feet of inundation above ground level expected
  in sound-side low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
  waterways.

* WHERE...Areas along the Pamlico Sound on Hatteras Island.

* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 2 PM EDT Friday.
  For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Up to 1 to 2 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. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions
  and localized beach erosion.

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.

Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.

&&

Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.

Coast Guard Hatteras NC
MLLW Categories - Minor 2.5 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 4.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.3 ft, Moderate 2.3 ft, Major 3.3 ft

             Total      Total    Departure
 Day/Time    Tide       Tide     from Norm   Waves    Flood
            ft MLLW    ft MHHW       ft       ft      Impact
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 29/12 AM     3.1        1.9        2.6        2      Minor
 29/11 PM     2.7        1.5        2.2        1      Minor
 31/01 AM     2.3        1.1        1.8       1-2      None
 31/12 PM     2.1        0.9        1.6        1       None

&&

$$

High Surf Advisory

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
256 PM EDT Thu Mar 28 2024

NCZ203-291000-
/O.CON.KMHX.SU.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-240329T1200Z/
Northern Outer Banks-
256 PM EDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 6 to 9 feet in the surf zone.

* WHERE...Northern Outer Banks beaches.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and
  localized beach erosion.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.

&&

$$

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
256 PM EDT Thu Mar 28 2024

NCZ205-291000-
/O.EXT.KMHX.CF.Y.0015.240328T1856Z-240329T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.SU.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-240329T1200Z/
Hatteras Island-
256 PM EDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT FRIDAY...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 6
  to 9 feet in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up
  to one to two feet of inundation above ground level expected
  in sound-side low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
  waterways.

* WHERE...Areas along the Pamlico Sound on Hatteras Island.

* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 2 PM EDT Friday.
  For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Up to 1 to 2 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. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions
  and localized beach erosion.

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.

Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.

&&

Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.

Coast Guard Hatteras NC
MLLW Categories - Minor 2.5 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 4.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.3 ft, Moderate 2.3 ft, Major 3.3 ft

             Total      Total    Departure
 Day/Time    Tide       Tide     from Norm   Waves    Flood
            ft MLLW    ft MHHW       ft       ft      Impact
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 29/12 AM     3.1        1.9        2.6        2      Minor
 29/11 PM     2.7        1.5        2.2        1      Minor
 31/01 AM     2.3        1.1        1.8       1-2      None
 31/12 PM     2.1        0.9        1.6        1       None

&&

$$

Small Craft Advisory

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
426 PM EDT Thu Mar 28 2024

AMZ136-137-290900-
/O.EXT.KMHX.SC.Y.0031.000000T0000Z-240329T2200Z/
Pamlico and Pungo Rivers-Neuse and Bay Rivers-
426 PM EDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and
  choppy waters.

* WHERE...Pamlico, Pungo, Neuse, and Bay Rivers.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

Martin

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
426 PM EDT Thu Mar 28 2024

AMZ131-230-231-290900-
/O.EXT.KMHX.SC.Y.0031.000000T0000Z-240329T2200Z/
Alligator River-Albemarle Sound-Croatan and Roanoke Sounds-
426 PM EDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and
  rough waters.

* WHERE...Albemarle, Croatan, and Roanoke Sounds and the
  Alligator River.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
426 PM EDT Thu Mar 28 2024

AMZ136-137-290900-
/O.EXT.KMHX.SC.Y.0031.000000T0000Z-240329T2200Z/
Pamlico and Pungo Rivers-Neuse and Bay Rivers-
426 PM EDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and
  choppy waters.

* WHERE...Pamlico, Pungo, Neuse, and Bay Rivers.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

Martin

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Wakefield VA
852 PM EDT Thu Mar 28 2024

ANZ633-290900-
/O.CON.KAKQ.SC.Y.0040.000000T0000Z-240329T1100Z/
Currituck Sound-
852 PM EDT Thu Mar 28 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and
  waves 2 ft.

* WHERE...Currituck Sound.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
1231 AM EDT Fri Mar 29 2024

NCZ044-079-090>092-193-198-290645-
Pitt-Greene-Duplin-Lenoir-Jones-Northern Craven-Inland Onslow-
Including the cities of Greenville, Bethel, Farmville, Grifton,
Grimesland, Snow Hill, Hookerton, Walstonburg, Wallace, Warsaw,
Kenansville, Beulaville, Faison, Kinston, La Grange, Pink Hill,
Maysville, Pollocksville, Trenton, Vanceboro, Ernul, Dover,
Cove City, Jacksonville, Richlands, and Half Moon
1231 AM EDT Fri Mar 29 2024

...PATCHY DENSE FOG EXPECTED TONIGHT...

Patchy fog, locally dense, is possible for the coastal plain
until 4 AM tonight. Visibilities in the most dense pockets of fog will
range from 0.25 to 1 mile.

If traveling in this area, watch out for sudden reductions to
visibility. If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave
plenty of distance ahead of you.

$$

Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
1231 AM EDT Fri Mar 29 2024

NCZ044-079-090>092-193-198-290645-
Pitt-Greene-Duplin-Lenoir-Jones-Northern Craven-Inland Onslow-
Including the cities of Greenville, Bethel, Farmville, Grifton,
Grimesland, Snow Hill, Hookerton, Walstonburg, Wallace, Warsaw,
Kenansville, Beulaville, Faison, Kinston, La Grange, Pink Hill,
Maysville, Pollocksville, Trenton, Vanceboro, Ernul, Dover,
Cove City, Jacksonville, Richlands, and Half Moon
1231 AM EDT Fri Mar 29 2024

...PATCHY DENSE FOG EXPECTED TONIGHT...

Patchy fog, locally dense, is possible for the coastal plain
until 4 AM tonight. Visibilities in the most dense pockets of fog will
range from 0.25 to 1 mile.

If traveling in this area, watch out for sudden reductions to
visibility. If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave
plenty of distance ahead of you.

$$

Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
1231 AM EDT Fri Mar 29 2024

NCZ044-079-090>092-193-198-290645-
Pitt-Greene-Duplin-Lenoir-Jones-Northern Craven-Inland Onslow-
Including the cities of Greenville, Bethel, Farmville, Grifton,
Grimesland, Snow Hill, Hookerton, Walstonburg, Wallace, Warsaw,
Kenansville, Beulaville, Faison, Kinston, La Grange, Pink Hill,
Maysville, Pollocksville, Trenton, Vanceboro, Ernul, Dover,
Cove City, Jacksonville, Richlands, and Half Moon
1231 AM EDT Fri Mar 29 2024

...PATCHY DENSE FOG EXPECTED TONIGHT...

Patchy fog, locally dense, is possible for the coastal plain
until 4 AM tonight. Visibilities in the most dense pockets of fog will
range from 0.25 to 1 mile.

If traveling in this area, watch out for sudden reductions to
visibility. If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave
plenty of distance ahead of you.

$$

Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
1231 AM EDT Fri Mar 29 2024

NCZ044-079-090>092-193-198-290645-
Pitt-Greene-Duplin-Lenoir-Jones-Northern Craven-Inland Onslow-
Including the cities of Greenville, Bethel, Farmville, Grifton,
Grimesland, Snow Hill, Hookerton, Walstonburg, Wallace, Warsaw,
Kenansville, Beulaville, Faison, Kinston, La Grange, Pink Hill,
Maysville, Pollocksville, Trenton, Vanceboro, Ernul, Dover,
Cove City, Jacksonville, Richlands, and Half Moon
1231 AM EDT Fri Mar 29 2024

...PATCHY DENSE FOG EXPECTED TONIGHT...

Patchy fog, locally dense, is possible for the coastal plain
until 4 AM tonight. Visibilities in the most dense pockets of fog will
range from 0.25 to 1 mile.

If traveling in this area, watch out for sudden reductions to
visibility. If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave
plenty of distance ahead of you.

$$

Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
1231 AM EDT Fri Mar 29 2024

NCZ044-079-090>092-193-198-290645-
Pitt-Greene-Duplin-Lenoir-Jones-Northern Craven-Inland Onslow-
Including the cities of Greenville, Bethel, Farmville, Grifton,
Grimesland, Snow Hill, Hookerton, Walstonburg, Wallace, Warsaw,
Kenansville, Beulaville, Faison, Kinston, La Grange, Pink Hill,
Maysville, Pollocksville, Trenton, Vanceboro, Ernul, Dover,
Cove City, Jacksonville, Richlands, and Half Moon
1231 AM EDT Fri Mar 29 2024

...PATCHY DENSE FOG EXPECTED TONIGHT...

Patchy fog, locally dense, is possible for the coastal plain
until 4 AM tonight. Visibilities in the most dense pockets of fog will
range from 0.25 to 1 mile.

If traveling in this area, watch out for sudden reductions to
visibility. If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave
plenty of distance ahead of you.

$$

Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
1231 AM EDT Fri Mar 29 2024

NCZ044-079-090>092-193-198-290645-
Pitt-Greene-Duplin-Lenoir-Jones-Northern Craven-Inland Onslow-
Including the cities of Greenville, Bethel, Farmville, Grifton,
Grimesland, Snow Hill, Hookerton, Walstonburg, Wallace, Warsaw,
Kenansville, Beulaville, Faison, Kinston, La Grange, Pink Hill,
Maysville, Pollocksville, Trenton, Vanceboro, Ernul, Dover,
Cove City, Jacksonville, Richlands, and Half Moon
1231 AM EDT Fri Mar 29 2024

...PATCHY DENSE FOG EXPECTED TONIGHT...

Patchy fog, locally dense, is possible for the coastal plain
until 4 AM tonight. Visibilities in the most dense pockets of fog will
range from 0.25 to 1 mile.

If traveling in this area, watch out for sudden reductions to
visibility. If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave
plenty of distance ahead of you.

$$

Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
1231 AM EDT Fri Mar 29 2024

NCZ044-079-090>092-193-198-290645-
Pitt-Greene-Duplin-Lenoir-Jones-Northern Craven-Inland Onslow-
Including the cities of Greenville, Bethel, Farmville, Grifton,
Grimesland, Snow Hill, Hookerton, Walstonburg, Wallace, Warsaw,
Kenansville, Beulaville, Faison, Kinston, La Grange, Pink Hill,
Maysville, Pollocksville, Trenton, Vanceboro, Ernul, Dover,
Cove City, Jacksonville, Richlands, and Half Moon
1231 AM EDT Fri Mar 29 2024

...PATCHY DENSE FOG EXPECTED TONIGHT...

Patchy fog, locally dense, is possible for the coastal plain
until 4 AM tonight. Visibilities in the most dense pockets of fog will
range from 0.25 to 1 mile.

If traveling in this area, watch out for sudden reductions to
visibility. If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave
plenty of distance ahead of you.

$$