Uyarılar, Birds Island

Beach Hazards Statement issued September 24 at 3:37PM EDT until September 24 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC * WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents and large breaking waves in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to 1 foot of inundation above ground level in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Northern Outer Banks and Hatteras Island. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 5 PM EDT Wednesday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Up to 1 foot of inundation above ground level is possible in some areas near shorelines and tidal waterways resulting in a low threat of property damage, mainly around the times of high tide. Some roads and low lying property including parking lots, parks, lawns, and homes adjacent to the waterfront will experience shallow flooding. Ocean overwash may continue to impact portions of NC-12, mainly around times of high tide. 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...The most likely time for strong rip currents to occur is a couple hours either side of low tide, which will occured at 7 AM today. 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. Life-threatening rip currents. If caught in a rip current, remain calm. Swim in a direction following the shoreline. If tired, float or tread water until out of the rip current. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. Shore break occurs when waves break directly on the beach. It is extremely important to protect your head and neck whenever you are in breaking waves by keeping your hands in front of you at all times.