10/17/2026
COASTAL FLOODING STARTING THIS WEEKEND
A strong low pressure will develop and meander off the coast this weekend. Persistent NE winds will cause coastal flooding, and it’s likely NC-12 will wash out again.
This low is forecast to linger off the coast 3-5 days and won’t be going anywhere soon. If you live in Hatteras or Ocracoke island, Saturday morning may be your last chance to evacuate before roads begin to flood.
More to come on this as we monitor this system. Latest NWS Morehead City graphics included below.