Pamlico Sound at Ocracoke (in MLLW)

The past week

What floods at each level

• 5.5 ft

  Widespread and significant inundation throughout the island. Most of the island will begin to see significant inundation 2 to 4 feet. All roads in Ocracoke Island will become inundated under several feet of water.

• 4 ft

  Widespread flooding expected throughout Ocracoke. Homes and businesses throughout Ocracoke Village will see 1 to 2 feet of inundation, especially those around Silver Lake. Locally up to 3 feet of inundation throughout the island, including areas near Cutting Sage Road, Howard Street, and the Ocracoke Fire Station. Many roads will become impassable throughout Ocracoke Village, and along Highway 12 north to the National Service Campground.

• 3 ft

  Flooding will begin along the sound side of Ocracoke Island and throughout Ocracoke Village. Water will begin to approach Highway 12 from Ocracoke Village north to the National Park Service Campground. Some roads will begin to see minor inundation.

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