There is high confidence in a prolonged dangerous rip current/surf conditions and beach erosion event that will begin today and continue through the coming week as Hurricane Franklin passes offshore. Localized ocean over wash along the Outer Banks is also possible during this time. In addition heavy rain is possible over the next few days, well before any impacts from Idalia. 

Impacts to eastern NC from Tropical Storm Idalia look to be increasing mid-to-late week, but the extent of any impacts is uncertain at this point and largely track and intensity dependent. Please see the attached multiple page briefing for more information.