The NC Weather Service out of Morehead City/Newport has issued a warning to expect strong (gale force) northerly winds beginning tonight (Feb. 5) and continuing into Wednesday morning from Ocracoke to Duck.
Wind gusts of 45 to 50 mph that could cause temporary disruptions to the ferry service are also expected. No rain is expected.
Minor to moderate coastal flooding along the Outer Banks will be possible, especially around the time of high tide on Wednesday (5:05 a.m.) and Thursday mornings (5:58 a.m.).
Minor soundside flooding will also be possible along areas adjacent to the southern Pamlico Sound. Inundation of two to three feet and ocean overwash are possible along the Outer Banks where a Coastal Flood Watch is now in effect.
Inundation along areas adjacent to the southern Pamlico Sound is forecast to be one to two feet.
