Beach hazards statement issued for Crystal Coast until Thursday evening

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On Thursday at 4:33 a.m. a beach hazards statement was issued by the NWS Newport/Morehead City NC valid between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. The statement is for West Carteret, East Carteret, Coastal Onslow, Ocracoke Island and Hatteras Island.

The NWS informs, "Strong longshore currents in the surf zone."

"Strong longshore currents will create dangerous swimming conditions," states the NWS. "Strong longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip currents, piers, jetties and other hazardous areas. In many cases, the longshore current is strong enough to prevent swimmers from being able to keep their feet on the bottom making it difficult to return to shore."

This statement is in effect until 8 p.m.

Source: The National Weather Service

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This story was originally published June 11, 2026 at 4:37 AM.