Morehead City, North Carolina – Urban and low-lying neighborhoods across eastern North Carolina are bracing for flash flooding as another round of showers and storms stretches through Saturday, with the greatest risk pegged for Thursday and Friday.
According to the National Weather Service in Morehead City, multiple waves of rain and thunderstorms will sweep the area starting Wednesday afternoon, intensifying late Thursday into Friday as a cold front sweeps across the state. The highest flash flood risk zones include Morehead City, New Bern, Greenville, Jacksonville, and surrounding counties, especially along the U.S. 17 corridor and coastal routes.
Rainfall totals will vary widely, but some neighborhoods may see enough rain in a short window to flood streets and homes. Emergency officials warn drivers to avoid water-covered roads and encourage residents in flood-prone areas to keep devices charged, prepare for rapid changes, and have an evacuation plan ready. Schools and businesses could face closures if flooding develops.
A return to more pleasant, less humid weather is expected over the weekend as the front clears, but any lingering flood issues may slow recovery in some communities. The Weather Service cautions that further advisories and alerts could be issued as rain rates and locations become clearer.
