Headline:
Flood Advisory issued July 23 at 2:35PM EDT until July 23 at 5:45PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Event:
Flood Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 23, 2026 - 11:35am
Expires:
July 23, 2026 - 2:45pm
Description:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues.
* WHERE...A portion of eastern North Carolina, including the
following county, Dare.
* WHEN...Until 545 PM EDT.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
Overflowing poor drainage areas.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 235 PM EDT, local law enforcement reported heavy rain in
the advisory area due to thunderstorms. Overflowing poor
drainage areas have already caused minor flooding in the
advisory area. Between 3 and 6 inches of rain have fallen.
- Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 3 inches are expected
over the area. This additional rain will result in minor
flooding.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Bodie Island Lighthouse.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Area Description:
Dare, NC
Forcast Office:
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Sender: