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**Summary:**

Coastal flooding is expected on Hatteras and Ocracoke Islands due to high astronomical tides combined with strong northeast winds. Minor ocean overwash has already been reported, impacting N.C. Highway 12. Travelers are urged to exercise caution, and the Hatteras-Ocracoke ferry is operating on a limited schedule. A high risk of rip currents exists, and a Coastal Flood Advisory is in effect for Hatteras Island until noon.

**News Article:**

**Coastal Flooding Impacts Hatteras and Ocracoke Islands; Travel Caution Advised**

HATTERAS/OCRACOKE ISLANDS, NC – Coastal flooding is occurring on Hatteras and Ocracoke Islands today due to a combination of high astronomical tides and strong northeast winds, according to the National Weather Service. A Coastal Flood Advisory is in effect for Hatteras Island until noon.

Minor ocean overwash began in northern Buxton around 6:30 a.m. on Tuesday, approximately 2.5 hours before high tide. While N.C. Highway 12 remains open on Hatteras Island as of 7:00 a.m., drivers are strongly urged to use caution and reduce speed due to saltwater on the roadway, which can damage vehicles.

The Hatteras-Ocracoke ferry is currently operating on a limited schedule due to the adverse weather conditions. Minor to moderate overwash has also been reported on N.C. Highway 12 on northern Ocracoke Island as of 7:00 a.m.

In addition to the flooding, a high risk of rip currents is in effect from Cape Point in Buxton to the northern Outer Banks on Tuesday. Beachgoers are advised to avoid swimming due to the dangerous conditions.

Residents and visitors are encouraged to stay informed of the latest weather updates by visiting weather.gov/mhx or the National Weather Service office in Newport/Morehead City’s Facebook page.

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