From 8:00 AM Thu until 8:00 PM Thu·Issued 8:28 PM Wed Oct 21·NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Beach Hazards Statement issued October 21 at 8:28PM EDT until October 22 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Details
What: Large breaking waves expected in the surf zone.
Where: Core Banks beaches.
When: From 8 AM EDT Thursday through Thursday evening.
Impacts: Dangerous shore break can throw a swimmer or surfer head first into the bottom causing neck and back injuries.
What to do
Shore break occurs when waves break directly on the beach. It is extremely important to protect your head and neck whenever you are in breaking waves by keeping your hands in front of you at all times.
Areas: East Carteret
From the National Weather Service. In an emergency follow the instructions of local officials.
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