Active AlertsAvon, NC

Winter Storm Warning

Issued at Fri 7:07 AM Jan. 30
Issued by: National Weather Service
Recommended Action
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary.
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Coastal Flood Warning

Issued at Fri 5:15 AM Jan. 30
Issued by: National Weather Service
Description

What: For the Coastal Flood Warning, 2 to 4 feet of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5 to 12 feet expected in the surf zone.
Where: Northern Outer Banks and Hatteras Island.
When: For the Coastal Flood Warning, from 4 PM Saturday to midnight EST Sunday night. For the High Surf Advisory, from 7 PM Saturday to 7 AM EST Monday.
Impacts: Up to 2 to 4 feet of inundation above ground level is possible in some areas near shorelines and tidal waterways resulting in an elevated threat of property damage. Flooding will extend inland from the waterfront threatening some homes and businesses. Numerous road closures and flooding of vehicles will be possible. Portions of Highway 12 may be inundated.

Recommended Action

Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth.

High Wind Warning

Issued at Fri 1:05 AM Jan. 30
Issued by: National Weather Service
Description

What: North winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected.
Where: Hatteras Island and Ocracoke Island.
When: From 7 PM Saturday to 4 PM EST Sunday.
Impacts: Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Scattered power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

High Surf Advisory

Issued at Fri 5:15 AM Jan. 30
Issued by: National Weather Service
Description

What: For the Coastal Flood Warning, 2 to 4 feet of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5 to 12 feet expected in the surf zone.
Where: Northern Outer Banks and Hatteras Island.
When: For the Coastal Flood Warning, from 4 PM Saturday to midnight EST Sunday night. For the High Surf Advisory, from 7 PM Saturday to 7 AM EST Monday.
Impacts: Up to 2 to 4 feet of inundation above ground level is possible in some areas near shorelines and tidal waterways resulting in an elevated threat of property damage. Flooding will extend inland from the waterfront threatening some homes and businesses. Numerous road closures and flooding of vehicles will be possible. Portions of Highway 12 may be inundated.

Recommended Action

Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth.

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