Thursday, September 30, 2010

Beach Conditions

High Tide: 12:51 PM Low Tide: 6:51 AM

Water Temp: 70

Winds: SSE @ 20-30 knots; lots of wind

Surf Conditions: 4-6 ft waves; onshore windswell

Advisories:

RED FLAGS HAVE GONE UP!!  NO SWIMMING TODAY!!

High risk of rip currents today!

There is a good chance for rain all day today through Thursday so pack those umbrellas if you're heading to the beach!

For local information and hurricane preparedness tips: http://www.co.currituck.nc.us/
For hurricane information: http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/gtwo_atl.shtml

Tuesday, September 28, 2010

Beach Conditions

High Tide: 11:06 AM Low Tide: 5:32 PM

Water Temp: 73

Winds: S @ 10-15 knots

Surf Conditions: 2-4 ft waves

Advisories:

High risk of rip currents today!

Ask a lifeguard where to swim and KNOW YOUR LIMITS!!


There is a good chance for rain all day today through Thursday so pack those umbrellas if you're heading to the beach!

For local information and hurricane preparedness tips: http://www.co.currituck.nc.us/

For hurricane information: http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/gtwo_atl.shtml

Sunday, September 26, 2010

Beach Conditions

High Tide: 9:45 AM Low Tide: 4:03 PM

Water Temp: 73

Winds: WSW @ 5-10 knots

Surf Conditions: 1-3 ft waves

Advisories:

Moderate risk of rip currents today.  Plenty of sun so get that sunscreen on early!

Ask a lifeguard where to swim and KNOW YOUR LIMITS!!

For local information and hurricane preparedness tips: http://www.co.currituck.nc.us/

For hurricane information: http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/gtwo_atl.shtml

Saturday, September 25, 2010

Beach Conditions

High Tide: 9:09 AM Low Tide: 3:24 PM

Water Temp: 73

Winds: SSW @ 10-15 knots

Surf Conditions: 1-3 ft waves

Advisories:



Moderate risk of rip currents today.  Plenty of sun so get that sunscreen on early!

Ask a lifeguard where to swim and KNOW YOUR LIMITS!!

For local information and hurricane preparedness tips: http://www.co.currituck.nc.us/

For hurricane information: http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/gtwo_atl.shtml

Thursday, September 23, 2010

Beach Conditions

High Tide: 8:01 AM Low Tide: 2:56 PM

Water Temp: 73

Winds: WSW @ 5-10 knots

Surf Conditions: 2-3 ft waves

Advisories:


There will be many strong rip currents today along with a bit of surf.

Ask a lifeguard where to swim and KNOW YOUR LIMITS!!

There is lingering swell from Igor still impacting our shores, and Lisa has now been downgraded to a Tropical Depression.

For local information and hurricane preparedness tips: http://www.co.currituck.nc.us/

For hurricane information: http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/gtwo_atl.shtml

Wednesday, September 22, 2010

Beach Conditions

High Tide: 7:35 PM Low Tide: 1:35 PM

Water Temp: 72

Winds: WSW @ 5-10 knots

Surf Conditions: 3-6 ft waves; rough surf and strong currents.

Advisories:






RED FLAGS HAVE BEEN TAKEN DOWN!

There is still strong surf and a good rip current risk.  KNOW YOUR LIMITS!!

There is lingering swell from Igor still impacting our shores, and Tropical Storm Lisa recently formed off the coast of Africa.

For local information and hurricane preparedness tips: http://www.co.currituck.nc.us/

For hurricane information: http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/gtwo_atl.shtml

Tuesday, September 21, 2010

Beach Conditions

High Tide: 7:00 PM Low Tide: 1:00 PM

Water Temp: 72

Winds: WNW @ 5-10 knots

Surf Conditions: 6-8 ft waves; rough surf and strong currents.

Advisories:

RED FLAGS ARE POSTED! NO SWIMMING IS PERMITTED.

There is a high rip current risk today!! Red flags will remain up all day.

We will reevaluate the beach tomorrow morning, check back for updates.

Both Hurricane Igor and Julia look to stay well off of our coast but are already impacting our shores with winds and swells. Check the links below for more information.

For local information and hurricane preparedness tips: http://www.co.currituck.nc.us/
For hurricane information: http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/gtwo_atl.shtml

Monday, September 20, 2010

Beach Conditions

High Tide: 6:58 PM Low Tide: 12:17 AM
Water Temp: 72

Winds: NNW @ 5-10 knots

Surf Conditions: 8-10 ft waves; rough surf and strong currents.

Advisories:

RED FLAGS ARE POSTED! NO SWIMMING IS PERMITTED.

There is a high rip current risk today!! Red flags will remain up all day.

We will reevaluate the beach tomorrow morning, check back for updates.

Both Hurricane Igor and Julia look to stay well off of our coast but are already impacting our shores with winds and swells. Check the links below for more information.

For local information and hurricane preparedness tips: http://www.co.currituck.nc.us/
For hurricane information: http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/gtwo_atl.shtml

Sunday, September 19, 2010

Beach Conditions

High Tide: 5:36 PM Low Tide: 11:37 AM


Water Temp: 74

Winds: NE @ 15-20 knots

Surf Conditions: 8-10 ft waves; rough surf and strong currents.

Advisories:

RED FLAGS ARE POSTED! NO SWIMMING IS PERMITTED.

There is a high rip current risk today!! Red flags will remain up all day. 

We will reevaluate the beach tomorrow morning, check back for updates.

Both Hurricane Igor and Julia look to stay well off of our coast but are already impacting our shores with winds and swells. Check the links below for more information.

For local information and hurricane preparedness tips: http://www.co.currituck.nc.us/

For hurricane information: http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/gtwo_atl.shtml

Saturday, September 18, 2010

Beach Conditions

High Tide: 5:23 PM Low Tide: 10:47 AM

Water Temp: 74

Winds: NE @ 15-20 knots

Surf Conditions: 3-4 ft waves; rough surf and strong currents. 

Advisories:

RED FLAGS ARE POSTED! NO SWIMMING IS PERMITTED.
There is a high rip current risk today!! Water Entry is dangerous and therefore prohibited. Check back by 9:30 a.m. tomorrow for updates on whether flags will remain posted for Sunday

Both Hurricane Igor and Julia look to stay well off of our coast but are already impacting our shores with winds and swells. Check the links below for more information.

For local information and hurricane preparedness tips: http://www.co.currituck.nc.us/

For hurricane information: http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/gtwo_atl.shtml

Friday, September 17, 2010

Beach Conditions

High Tide: 4:12 PM Low Tide: 9:30 PM


Water Temp: 70

Winds: WSW @ 15-20 knots

Surf Conditions: 1-3 ft waves; swell will build throughout the day 3-4 ft.

Advisories:

There is a high rip current risk today!!

Swim parallel to shore to break the grip of the rip!

Plenty of sun so lather on that sunscreen and drink lots of water.

Both Hurricane Igor and Julia look to stay well off of our coast but will impact our shores with winds and swells. Check the links below for more information.

For local information and hurricane preparedness tips: http://www.co.currituck.nc.us/

For hurricane information: http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/gtwo_atl.shtml

Thursday, September 16, 2010

Beach Conditions

High Tide: 3:12 PM Low Tide: 8:34 PM

Water Temp: 70

Winds: SW @ 15-20 knots

Surf Conditions: 1-3 ft waves; swell will build throughout the day 3-4 ft.

Advisories:

There is a high rip current risk today!! 

Swim parallel to shore to break the grip of the rip!

Plenty of sun so lather on that sunscreen and drink lots of water. Enjoy the awesome September weather!!

Both Hurricane Igor and Julia look to stay well off of our coast but will impact our shores with winds and swells.  Check the links below for more information.

For local information and hurricane preparedness tips:   http://www.co.currituck.nc.us/

For hurricane information:  http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/gtwo_atl.shtml

Wednesday, September 15, 2010

Beach Conditions

High Tide: 1:03 PM Low Tide: 7:24 PM


Water Temp: 75

Winds: NE @ 5-10 knots
Surf Conditions: 1-3 ft waves

Advisories:

There will be a moderate risk of rip currents today. Plenty of sun so lather on that sunscreen and drink lots of water. Enjoy the awesome September weather!!

Both Hurricane Igor and Julia look to stay well off of our coast but will impact our shores with winds and swells.  Check the links below for more information.

For local information and hurricane preparedness tips: http://www.co.currituck.nc.us/

For hurricane information: http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/gtwo_atl.shtml

Tuesday, September 14, 2010

Beach Conditions

High Tide: 1:03 PM Low Tide: 7:24 PM


Water Temp: 73

Winds: WNW @ 5-10 knots

Surf Conditions: 1-3 ft waves

Advisories:

There will be a moderate risk of rip currents today. Plenty of sun so lather on that sunscreen and drink lots of water. Enjoy the awesome September weather!!

Igor is on his way, and Julia has recently become a hurricane track them both by following the links below.

For local information and hurricane preparedness tips: http://www.co.currituck.nc.us/

For hurricane information: http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/gtwo_atl.shtml

Monday, September 13, 2010

Beach Conditions

High Tide: 10:48 AM Low Tide: 5:24 PM


Water Temp: 73

Winds: NNE @ 15-20 knots

Surf Conditions: 3-4 ft waves

Advisories:

There will be a moderate risk of rip currents today.  Plenty of sun so lather on that sunscreen and drink lots of water.  Enjoy the awesome September weather!!

Igor is on his way, track him by following the links below.
We are in the middle of our tropical storm season. Check these links for the latest storm information and local updates:

For local information and hurricane preparedness tips: http://www.co.currituck.nc.us/

For hurricane information: http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/gtwo_atl.shtml

Saturday, September 11, 2010

Beach Conditions

High Tide: 9:06 AM Low Tide: 3:24 PM

Water Temp: 75

Winds: NW @ 5-10 knots

Surf Conditions: 2-3 ft waves

Advisories:
 
We are in the middle of our tropical storm season. Check these links for the latest storm information and local updates:

For local information and hurricane preparedness tips: http://www.co.currituck.nc.us/

For hurricane information: http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/gtwo_atl.shtml

Wednesday, September 8, 2010

Beach Conditions

High Tide: 7:41 AM Low Tide: 1:30 PM

Water Temp: 75

Winds: WSW @ 10-15 knots

Surf Conditions: 1-2 ft waves

Advisories:


There is a chance of afternoon T-storms, if you hear thunder take cover!

These offshore winds will also start to cool our water down.


Lifeguards will be patrolling all day so wave us down and we will let you know about any trouble spots in your area!




There is a moderate risk of rip currents today.  Make sure you drink plenty of water and apply that sunscreen.

We are in the middle of our tropical storm season. Check these links for the latest storm information and local updates:

For local information and hurricane preparedness tips: http://www.co.currituck.nc.us/

For hurricane information: http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/gtwo_atl.shtml

Tuesday, September 7, 2010

Beach Conditions

High Tide: 7:00 AM Low Tide: 1:00 PM


Water Temp: 77

Winds: ESE @ less than 5 knots

Surf Conditions: 1-3 ft waves

Advisories:

Today officially marks the start of our fall guarding duties, all lifeguards will be patrolling on ATV's and trucks and will be advising patrons of potential risks in their area!

Use caution when swimming, there is a strong chance of rip currents and sandbar injuries today.

Lifeguards will be patrolling all day so wave us down and we will let you know about any trouble spots in your area!

We are in the middle of our tropical storm season. Check these links for the latest storm information and local updates:

For local information and hurricane preparedness tips: http://www.co.currituck.nc.us/

For hurricane information: http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/gtwo_atl.shtml

Monday, September 6, 2010

Beach Conditions

High Tide: 5:54 PM Low Tide: 11:58 AM


Water Temp: 77

Winds: ESE @ 5-10 Knots

Surf Conditions: 2-3 ft waves

Advisories:

Use caution when swimming, there is a strong chance of rip currents and sandbar injuries today.

Lifeguards will be patrolling all day so wave us down and we will let you know about any trouble spots in your area!

We are in the middle of our tropical storm season. Check these links for the latest storm information and local updates:

For local information and hurricane preparedness tips: http://www.co.currituck.nc.us/

For hurricane information: http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/gtwo_atl.shtml

Sunday, September 5, 2010

Beach Conditions

High Tide: 5:30 PM Low Tide: 11:07 AM


Water Temp: 77

Winds: NNE @ 10 Knots

Surf Conditions: 2-3 ft waves

Advisories:

Red flags have come down.  You are now permitted to swim in the ocean.  Use caution as the chance of strong rip currents and sandbar injuries is high!

Lifeguards will be patrolling all day so wave us down and we will let you know about any trouble spots in your area!

We are in the middle of our tropical storm season. Check these links for the latest storm information and local updates:

For local information and hurricane preparedness tips:   http://www.co.currituck.nc.us/

For hurricane information:  http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/gtwo_atl.shtml

Saturday, September 4, 2010

Beach Conditions

High Tide: 4:30 PM Low Tide: 10:00 AM

Water Temp: 77

Winds: WNW @ 5-10 Knots

Surf Conditions: 4-6 ft waves

Advisories:

All beaches in the Currituck Outer Banks are RED FLAGGED and closed to swimming. This means NO WATER ENTRY is permitted due to strong currents and heavy surf. We will have strong rip currents all day long as well as a significant risk of shore break and sandbar injuries.

We are in the middle of our tropical storm season.  Check these links for the latest storm information and local updates:

For local information and hurricane preparedness tips:  http://www.co.currituck.nc.us/

For hurricane information: http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/gtwo_atl.shtml

Thursday, September 2, 2010

Beach Conditions

High Tide: 2:18 PM  Low Tide: 7:40 AM

Water Temp: 79

Winds: ENE @ 10-20 knots, increasing to sustained winds between 30-40 knots by this evening

Surf Conditions: 6-8 ft waves

HURRICANE EARL UPDATE:

A MANDATORY EVACUATION is in effect for all visitors on the Currituck Outer Banks as of 8:30 a.m. on September 2.
All beaches in the Currituck Outer Banks are RED FLAGGED and closed to swimming. This means NO WATER ENTRY is permitted due to strong currents and heavy surf. We will have strong rip currents all day long as well as a significant risk of shore break and sandbar injuries.

Strong winds of at least 40-50 mph with gusts of up to 70 mph are expected by 10 p.m. Thursday evening and will continue until approximately 11 a.m. Thursday morning. 
Hurricane Earl is a strengthening storm which will impact our coast, please check the following links with valuable information.

For local information and hurricane preparedness tips:   http://www.co.currituck.nc.us/

For hurricane information:  http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/gtwo_atl.shtml

Check back everyday for the latest news on the storms and the status of our beaches.

Wednesday, September 1, 2010

Beach Conditions

High Tide: 1:12 PM  Low Tide: 6:41 PM

Water Temp: 79

Winds: WSW @ 5-10 knts

Surf Conditions: 3-5 ft waves

Advisories:

*** EVACUATION DECISION MADE AT 12:30***


RED FLAGS ARE UP!!!  NO SWIMMING!!!

Due to the pending storm Ocean Rescue staff have begun to remove our lifeguard stands from the beach.  We will continue to patrol as the weather allows.

CALL 911 IN AN EMERGENCY!!!

We will have strong rip currents all day long as well as a significant risk of shore break and sandbar injuries.

Hurricane Earl is a strong storm which will impact our coast, please check the following links with valuable information.

For local information:   http://www.co.currituck.nc.us/

For hurricane information:  http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/gtwo_atl.shtml

Check back everyday for the latest news on the storms and the status of our beaches.