NWS: Update on Memorial Day weekend coastal storm
Key Messages
Moderate to locally major impacts due to soundside coastal flooding are expected through early Monday. for the SW Pamlico Sound as well as the Nuese, Bay, and Pamlico Rivers. Dangerous surf conditions are expected for area beaches from Cape Lookout to Duck.
Strong winds are expected along coastal areas through tomorrow evening causing potentially minor damage and isolated power outages.
Heavy rainfall of up to 4-6 inches is forecast along the Crystal Coast, but a widespread minimum of 1-2 inches is likely for our entire area.
What Has Changed
The High Surf Advisory was extended to Ocracoke Island