Alertes en vigueur Northern Outer Banks

* WHAT...1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level expected inlow-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.* WHERE...Soundside areas adjacent to the Albemarle, Croatan andRoanoke Sounds, Kitty Hawk Bay, the Pamlico Sound, and adjacenttidal creeks.* WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 4 PM EST Saturday.* IMPACTS...Up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level ispossible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterwaysresulting in a low threat of property damage. Some roads and lowlying property including parking lots, parks, lawns, and homesadjacent to the waterfront will experience shallow flooding.

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may beclosed. Do not drive around barricades or through water ofunknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-proneproperty.