Dare County, NC
Alerts
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In effect from Sunday 07/26 9:39 AM EDT – Sunday 07/26 8:00 PM EDT
Issued by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
What
Dangerous rip currents.
Where
Northern Outer Banks beaches.
When
Until 8 PM EDT this evening.
Impacts
Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
Additional Details
The most likely time for strong rip currents to occur is a couple hours either side of low tide, which will occur around 11:40 AM Sunday.
What to Do
Life-threatening rip currents. If caught in a rip current, remain calm. Swim in a direction following the shoreline. If tired, float or tread water until out of the rip current. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.
Areas Impacted
- Northern Outer Banks
Tips to Stay Safe
Your area may see dangerous swimming conditions. Use caution:
- Stay off of rocks and jetties due to dangerous conditions
- Stay out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions, and stay near occupied lifeguard towers
- Keep small children in sight and within arm’s reach at all times.
Briefings
From the Forecaster
Beach Forecast
Created by the NWS Newport/Morehead City WFO
Beach forecast for Sunday, July 26, 2026
Seven-day Weather Risk Overview
The graphic shows the daily risk summary for 7 days. Daily risk is based on highest risk factor for that day.
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