First published Oct 19, 2026, 2:34:15 PM UTC · Last updated Oct 19, 2026, 2:34:15 PM UTC

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Coastal Flood Warning — NWS Newport/Morehead City NC

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Coastal Flood Warning issued October 19 at 10:05AM EDT until October 21 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC

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A coastal flood warning for Ocracoke Island reports possible inundation of 2 to 4 feet above ground in low-lying areas, with possible road closures and flooding of homes and businesses. The warning is in effect until 8 PM EDT Wednesday, October 21.

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Affected location: Ocracoke Island
The warning is in effect until 8 PM EDT Wednesday, October 21.

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The source warns of potentially life-threatening stranding, property damage, and flooding affecting roads and buildings on Ocracoke Island.

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Confidence: 8/10How certain the assessment is based on the clarity and evidence in the cited reporting.
Geographic reach: 1/10How widely the event reaches, from a local area (1) to worldwide impact (10).
Global importance: 3/10The event's broader significance, from limited importance (1) to major global importance (10).
Impact magnitude: 5/10The scale or severity of the real-world impact, from minor (1) to extreme (10).
Urgency: 8/10How time-sensitive the event is, from low urgency (1) to immediate attention needed (10).

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U.S. National Weather Service Alerts NWS Coastal Flood Warning issued October 19 at 10:05AM EDT until October 21 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC

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