Nov 7, 2021
A coastal storm formed off the Southeastern U.S. coast during the weekend of November 6-8th, and in tandem with 'King' tides, or high astronomical tides, produced water level rises of up to 2 to 4 feet above ground level for areas of Eastern NC, along with ocean overwash and severe erosion on the Outer Banks. In addition to the coastal flooding, high winds were recorded over 60 mph in some locations, and storm force winds over the coastal waters.
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 992238). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in Coastal Onslow County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.