NOTICE: The National Weather Service has issued a RED FLAG beach condition forecast for Saturday, August 3, 2024.

The NWS forecast predicts a HIGH RISK of rip currents, with life threatening rip currents likely, and moderate thunderstorm potential. 

The beach areas are still open to enjoy, but ocean swimming and in-water activity should be avoided. There is no “safe” water depth identified during Red Flag conditions.

To learn more about the meaning of each Beach Warning Flag color, or to view current conditions, visit the Beach Safety page of the Town Website at OakIslandNC.gov/SAFETY or click the link below.

CLICK HERE to view the Beach Safety Information page

UPDATE: Tropical Depression Four

The National Hurricane Center is now issuing advisories on Tropical Depression Four, which is expected to strengthen into a Tropical Storm as it tracks west of the Florida Peninsula this weekend, bringing some impacts to the Carolinas during the first part of next week. The potential for heavy rainfall and flooding is the primary impact at this time. Gusty winds are also possible, but it is too early to predict specific impacts in great detail at this time.

While there is NO immediate threat to Oak Island, this weekend provides a good opportunity to review and update all Personal Preparedness plans.

The SEVERE WEATHER INFORMATION page of the Town Website has been activated, with daily updates on Town response being provided at OakIslandNC.gov/WX.

TOWN PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS

Town Staff are monitoring the track and forecast development of this system. All Departments have been alerted to begin reviewing preparation plans and identifying any potential resources that may be needed, if severe impacts become forecasted. 

If further actions taken, they will be reported on Severe Weather Information page. In the event this becomes a named system, this page will be given a custom URL address associated with the storm name, to provide easier access. 

IMPORTANT: To review Town response actions Before, During, & After a storm, as well as Bridge Closure & Re-Entry procedures, click on the information tabs in the PREPAREDNESS & GENERAL INFORMATION section of this page.  

PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS

Regardless of the potential timing or severity of impacts, this weekend provides a good opportunity to review and update all Personal Preparedness plans. 

This includes: 

• Checking / Updating Disaster Supply Kits
• Gathering Important Home Information (Insurance Documents, Flood / Wind, Etc.) 
• Identifying Potential Evacuation Routes and Shelters
• Discussions on Response Actions with Family, Friends, and Neighbors

Additionally, all Property Management & Rental Agencies should take this opportunity to review their own Emergency Preparedness plans, which should include information to visitors on checking the Severe Weather Information page, and how to sign up for emergency text alerts via the OKInformation system at OakIslandNC.gov/INFO.   

IMPORTANT: The Severe Weather Information page will be updated as further actions are taken. This page is the only official source for response updates from the Town of Oak Island, and can be accessed directly at www.OakIslandNC.gov/WX.

Please use this page to verify ANY information seen on other news websites, social media pages, or other third-party sources.

For more information on this or any other notification from the Town of Oak Island, contact the Communications Office at info@oakislandnc.gov.