Hatteras Island Rescue Squad

05/29/2026

The Ocean Report for the beaches of Avon, Buxton, Frisco and Hatteras Villages for Friday, May 29th. Current as of 0340 hrs.

Welcome to Put a Pillow on Your Fridge Day! Honest....it's a day observed simply by placing a pillow on top of your refrigerator. This holiday goes back over 100-years....before the refrigerator was invented. It started when folks had larders, a large cabinet for storing food. Folks would use big blocks of ice to keep the larder cool and then would place a piece of cloth on top for good luck. Eventually this became putting a pillow on their refrigerator for luck. You can't make this stuff up. Try it and see if your luck changes. 😏

If you or someone else needs assistance, please dial 911 and KNOW YOUR APPROXIMATE LOCATION on the beach or sound side areas.

RIP CURRENT RISK: 🌞
Avon and Buxton to Cape Point…*MODERATE*🟡
Cape Point to Frisco and Hatteras...**LOW** 🟢

RIP CURRENT RISK CATEGORIES...

**LOW** GREEN FLAG - 🟢 - LOW HAZARD, CALM CONDITIONS, BUT ALWAYS EXERCISE CAUTION.

**MEDIUM** YELLOW FLAG - 🟡 - MEDIUM HAZARD, MODERATE SURF AND/OR STRONG CURRENTS. NON-SWIMMERS SHOULD USE CAUTION.

**HIGH** - RED FLAG - 🔴 - HIGH HAZARD, ROUGH CONDITIONS AND DANGEROUS RIP CURRENTS. ALL SWIMMERS SHOULD USE CAUTION.

**EXTREME** - DOUBLE RED FLAG - 🔴🔴 - NO SWIMMING IS ADVISED DUE TO LIFE-THREATENING CONDITIONS. RESCUE
SWIMMERS MAY POSSIBLY NOT ENTER THE WATER AT THEIR DISCRETION.

SURF HEIGHT: 🌊
Avon and Buxton….... Around 3 feet
Frisco and Hatteras... Around 2 feet

DAYTIME TIDE INFORMATION: 🏖
High Tide at 6:48 AM
Low Tide at 12:36 PM

SUNRISE/SUNSET: 🌅
First Light - 5:20 AM
Sunrise - 5:50 AM
Sunset - 8:09 PM
Last Light - 8:38 PM

MOON PHASES:
97% Visible - Waxing Gibbous 🌔
Set 4:19 AM
Rise 6:59 PM

WEATHER: Sunny with temps around the mid 70s F. UV Index is Very High. Winds Northwest around 10-15 mph. Water temp around 77F.

🏴 LOW RISK DOES NOT MEAN NO RISK – PLEASE STAY ALERT 🏴

IF CAUGHT IN A RIP CURRENT REMAIN CALM AND CONSERVE
YOUR ENERGY. DO NOT FIGHT A RIP CURRENT. SIGNAL FOR HELP.

♦ YOU SHOULD NOT SWIM ALONE AND SHOULD ALWAYS HAVE A FLOTATION DEVICE! ♦

Enjoy the beach and please be safe. 😎

05/28/2026

The Ocean Report for the beaches of Avon, Buxton, Frisco and Hatteras Villages for Thursday, May 28th. Current as of 0300 hrs.

Welcome to National Brisket Day! Although brisket is a cut of meat that can be very tough when it's improperly cooked, it can easily be transformed into a rich and tender meat with the application of a slow cooking method. It's recognized as the best BBQ around. Find some today and enjoy! 😋🤩

If you or someone else needs assistance, please dial 911 and KNOW YOUR APPROXIMATE LOCATION on the beach or sound side areas.

RIP CURRENT RISK: 🌞
Avon and Buxton to Cape Point…*MODERATE*🟡
Cape Point to Frisco and Hatteras...**MODERATE** 🟡

RIP CURRENT RISK CATEGORIES...

**LOW** GREEN FLAG - 🟢 - LOW HAZARD, CALM CONDITIONS, BUT ALWAYS EXERCISE CAUTION.

**MEDIUM** YELLOW FLAG - 🟡 - MEDIUM HAZARD, MODERATE SURF AND/OR STRONG CURRENTS. NON-SWIMMERS SHOULD USE CAUTION.

**HIGH** - RED FLAG - 🔴 - HIGH HAZARD, ROUGH CONDITIONS AND DANGEROUS RIP CURRENTS. ALL SWIMMERS SHOULD USE CAUTION.

**EXTREME** - DOUBLE RED FLAG - 🔴🔴 - NO SWIMMING IS ADVISED DUE TO LIFE-THREATENING CONDITIONS. RESCUE
SWIMMERS MAY POSSIBLY NOT ENTER THE WATER AT THEIR DISCRETION.

SURF HEIGHT: 🌊
Avon and Buxton….... Around 2-3 feet
Frisco and Hatteras... Around 3 feet

DAYTIME TIDE INFORMATION: 🏖
High Tide at 6:04 AM
Low Tide at 11:58 AM

SUNRISE/SUNSET: 🌅
First Light - 5:21 AM
Sunrise - 5:50 AM
Sunset - 8:09 PM
Last Light - 8:38 PM

MOON PHASES:
93% Visible - Waxing Gibbous 🌔
Set 3:48 AM
Rise 5:59 PM

WEATHER: Partly Sunny with temps around the lower 80s F. Showers likely and a chance of Thunderstorms. Thunderstorm Potential is Moderate. UV Index is Very High. Winds West around 15 mph, becoming north in the afternoon. Water temp around 75F.

🏴 LOW RISK DOES NOT MEAN NO RISK – PLEASE STAY ALERT 🏴

IF CAUGHT IN A RIP CURRENT REMAIN CALM AND CONSERVE
YOUR ENERGY. DO NOT FIGHT A RIP CURRENT. SIGNAL FOR HELP.

♦ YOU SHOULD NOT SWIM ALONE AND SHOULD ALWAYS HAVE A FLOTATION DEVICE! ♦

Enjoy the beach and please be safe. 😎

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05/28/2026

Digging in the sand is more dangerous than it seems. Every year, people suffocate in collapsed holes and tunnels on beaches.

🚫 Never dig a hole deeper than it is wide. Keep them no deeper than knee-height.
🌊 Remember to fill in any holes before leaving the beach to ensure everyone's safety.
🕳️ Large sand holes hinder emergency rescues by lifeguards.
🐢 During sea turtle nesting season (May-September), these holes are deadly obstacles for nesting turtles and hatchlings.

For more beach safety tips, head to LoveTheBeachRespectTheOcean.com.

05/27/2026

The Ocean Report for the beaches of Avon, Buxton, Frisco and Hatteras Villages for Wednesday, May 27th. Current as of 0442 hrs.

Welcome to National Sunscreen Day! Today's holiday acknowledges the importance of sunscreen in reducing the incidence of skin cancer. Scientists estimate that approximately 20% of Americans will develop some form of skin cancer by the time they are 70 years old. Don't be a statistic - use sunscreen. 😎

If you or someone else needs assistance, please dial 911 and KNOW YOUR APPROXIMATE LOCATION on the beach or sound side areas.

RIP CURRENT RISK: 🌞
Avon and Buxton to Cape Point…*MODERATE*🟡
Cape Point to Frisco and Hatteras...**HIGH** 🔴

RIP CURRENT RISK CATEGORIES...

**LOW** GREEN FLAG - 🟢 - LOW HAZARD, CALM CONDITIONS, BUT ALWAYS EXERCISE CAUTION.

**MEDIUM** YELLOW FLAG - 🟡 - MEDIUM HAZARD, MODERATE SURF AND/OR STRONG CURRENTS. NON-SWIMMERS SHOULD USE CAUTION.

**HIGH** - RED FLAG - 🔴 - HIGH HAZARD, ROUGH CONDITIONS AND DANGEROUS RIP CURRENTS. ALL SWIMMERS SHOULD USE CAUTION.

**EXTREME** - DOUBLE RED FLAG - 🔴🔴 - NO SWIMMING IS ADVISED DUE TO LIFE-THREATENING CONDITIONS. RESCUE
SWIMMERS MAY POSSIBLY NOT ENTER THE WATER AT THEIR DISCRETION.

SURF HEIGHT: 🌊
Avon and Buxton….... Around 2-3 feet
Frisco and Hatteras... Around 3 feet

DAYTIME TIDE INFORMATION: 🏖
Low Tide at 11:18 AM
High Tide at 5:54 PM

SUNRISE/SUNSET: 🌅
First Light - 5:21 AM
Sunrise - 5:50 AM
Sunset - 8:08 PM
Last Light - 8:37 PM

MOON PHASES:
87% Visible - Waxing Gibbous 🌔
Set 3:21 AM
Rise 5:00 PM

WEATHER: Partly Sunny with temps around the lower 80s F. A chance of Showers and a slight chance of Thunderstorms. Thunderstorm Potential is Low. UV Index is Very High. Winds Southwest around 15-20 mph. Water temp around 75F.

🏴 LOW RISK DOES NOT MEAN NO RISK – PLEASE STAY ALERT 🏴

IF CAUGHT IN A RIP CURRENT REMAIN CALM AND CONSERVE
YOUR ENERGY. DO NOT FIGHT A RIP CURRENT. SIGNAL FOR HELP.

♦ YOU SHOULD NOT SWIM ALONE AND SHOULD ALWAYS HAVE A FLOTATION DEVICE! ♦

Enjoy the beach and please be safe. 😎

05/26/2026

The Ocean Report for the beaches of Avon, Buxton, Frisco and Hatteras Villages for Tuesday, May 26th. Current as of 0442 hrs.

Welcome to National Paper Airplane Day! All around the world paper airplanes entertain both children and adults alike. The art of making paper airplanes can be traced back to ancient China. The Wright Brothers used paper airplanes to test out various aerodynamic designs. Have fun today and fly some paper airplanes.🛬

If you or someone else needs assistance, please dial 911 and KNOW YOUR APPROXIMATE LOCATION on the beach or sound side areas.

RIP CURRENT RISK: 🌞
Avon and Buxton to Cape Point…*MODERATE*🟡
Cape Point to Frisco and Hatteras...**HIGH** 🔴

RIP CURRENT RISK CATEGORIES...

**LOW** GREEN FLAG - 🟢 - LOW HAZARD, CALM CONDITIONS, BUT ALWAYS EXERCISE CAUTION.

**MEDIUM** YELLOW FLAG - 🟡 - MEDIUM HAZARD, MODERATE SURF AND/OR STRONG CURRENTS. NON-SWIMMERS SHOULD USE CAUTION.

**HIGH** - RED FLAG - 🔴 - HIGH HAZARD, ROUGH CONDITIONS AND DANGEROUS RIP CURRENTS. ALL SWIMMERS SHOULD USE CAUTION.

**EXTREME** - DOUBLE RED FLAG - 🔴🔴 - NO SWIMMING IS ADVISED DUE TO LIFE-THREATENING CONDITIONS. RESCUE
SWIMMERS MAY POSSIBLY NOT ENTER THE WATER AT THEIR DISCRETION.

SURF HEIGHT: 🌊
Avon and Buxton….... Around 2-3 feet
Frisco and Hatteras... Around 3-4 feet

DAYTIME TIDE INFORMATION: 🏖
Low Tide at 10:35 AM
High Tide at 5:08 PM

SUNRISE/SUNSET: 🌅
First Light - 5:22 AM
Sunrise - 5:51 AM
Sunset - 8:07 PM
Last Light - 8:36 PM

MOON PHASES:
79% Visible - Waxing Gibbous 🌔
Set 2:56 AM
Rise 4:01 PM

WEATHER: Partly Sunny with temps around the 80s F. A slight chance of Showers. UV Index is Very High. Winds Southwest around 15 mph. Water temp around 75F.

🏴 LOW RISK DOES NOT MEAN NO RISK – PLEASE STAY ALERT 🏴

IF CAUGHT IN A RIP CURRENT REMAIN CALM AND CONSERVE
YOUR ENERGY. DO NOT FIGHT A RIP CURRENT. SIGNAL FOR HELP.

♦ YOU SHOULD NOT SWIM ALONE AND SHOULD ALWAYS HAVE A FLOTATION DEVICE! ♦

Enjoy the beach and please be safe. 😎

05/25/2026

The Ocean Report for the beaches of Avon, Buxton, Frisco and Hatteras Villages for Monday, May 25th. Current as of 0511 hrs.

Welcome to Memorial Day! Today we honor military service members who have died in the line of Duty. Originally called Decoration Day as the holiday was centered on decorating the graves of those who had fallen in the Civil War. Its name was changed to Memorial Day in 1882. After World War I, the holiday was expanded to remember soldiers from all American wars. Today we give thanks and honor those who have paid the ultimate price in defending our country! ❤️

If you or someone else needs assistance, please dial 911 and KNOW YOUR APPROXIMATE LOCATION on the beach or sound side areas.

❗USE CAUTION SWIMMING IN THE OCEAN TODAY ❗

RIP CURRENT RISK: 🌞
Avon and Buxton to Cape Point…*HIGH* 🔴
Cape Point to Frisco and Hatteras...**HIGH** 🔴

RIP CURRENT RISK CATEGORIES...

**LOW** GREEN FLAG - 🟢 - LOW HAZARD, CALM CONDITIONS, BUT ALWAYS EXERCISE CAUTION.

**MEDIUM** YELLOW FLAG - 🟡 - MEDIUM HAZARD, MODERATE SURF AND/OR STRONG CURRENTS. NON-SWIMMERS SHOULD USE CAUTION.

**HIGH** - RED FLAG - 🔴 - HIGH HAZARD, ROUGH CONDITIONS AND DANGEROUS RIP CURRENTS. ALL SWIMMERS SHOULD USE CAUTION.

**EXTREME** - DOUBLE RED FLAG - 🔴🔴 - NO SWIMMING IS ADVISED DUE TO LIFE-THREATENING CONDITIONS. RESCUE
SWIMMERS MAY POSSIBLY NOT ENTER THE WATER AT THEIR DISCRETION.

SURF HEIGHT: 🌊
Avon and Buxton….... Around 2-4 feet
Frisco and Hatteras... Around 3-5 feet

DAYTIME TIDE INFORMATION: 🏖
Low Tide at 9:48 AM
High Tide at 4:17 PM

SUNRISE/SUNSET: 🌅
First Light - 5:23 AM
Sunrise - 5:51 AM
Sunset - 8:07 PM
Last Light - 8:36 PM

MOON PHASES:
71% Visible - Waxing Gibbous 🌔
Set 2:32 AM
Rise 3:01 PM

WEATHER: Partly Sunny with temps around 80 F. A slight chance of Showers and Thunderstorms. Thunderstorm potential is Moderate. UV Index is Moderate. Winds South around 15 mph. Water temp around 72F.

🏴 LOW RISK DOES NOT MEAN NO RISK – PLEASE STAY ALERT 🏴

IF CAUGHT IN A RIP CURRENT REMAIN CALM AND CONSERVE
YOUR ENERGY. DO NOT FIGHT A RIP CURRENT. SIGNAL FOR HELP.

♦ YOU SHOULD NOT SWIM ALONE AND SHOULD ALWAYS HAVE A FLOTATION DEVICE! ♦

Enjoy the beach and please be safe. 😎

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05/25/2026

05/24/2026

The Ocean Report for the beaches of Avon, Buxton, Frisco and Hatteras Villages for Sunday, May 24th. Current as of 0433hrs.

Welcome to National Asparagus Day! This perennial flowering Plant species doesn't have many calories but provides valuable nutrients. Asparagus has been cultivated for over 2,500-years. 😋

If you or someone else needs assistance, please dial 911 and KNOW YOUR APPROXIMATE LOCATION on the beach or sound side areas.

❗USE CAUTION SWIMMING IN THE OCEAN TODAY ❗

RIP CURRENT RISK: 🌞
Avon and Buxton to Cape Point…*HIGH* 🔴
Cape Point to Frisco and Hatteras...**HIGH** 🔴

RIP CURRENT RISK CATEGORIES...

**LOW** GREEN FLAG - 🟢 - LOW HAZARD, CALM CONDITIONS, BUT ALWAYS EXERCISE CAUTION.

**MEDIUM** YELLOW FLAG - 🟡 - MEDIUM HAZARD, MODERATE SURF AND/OR STRONG CURRENTS. NON-SWIMMERS SHOULD USE CAUTION.

**HIGH** - RED FLAG - 🔴 - HIGH HAZARD, ROUGH CONDITIONS AND DANGEROUS RIP CURRENTS. ALL SWIMMERS SHOULD USE CAUTION.

**EXTREME** - DOUBLE RED FLAG - 🔴🔴 - NO SWIMMING IS ADVISED DUE TO LIFE-THREATENING CONDITIONS. RESCUE
SWIMMERS MAY POSSIBLY NOT ENTER THE WATER AT THEIR DISCRETION.

SURF HEIGHT: 🌊
Avon and Buxton….... Around 3-5 feet
Frisco and Hatteras... Around 2-4 feet

DAYTIME TIDE INFORMATION: 🏖
Low Tide at 8:57 AM
High Tide at 3:19 PM

SUNRISE/SUNSET: 🌅
First Light - 5:23 AM
Sunrise - 5:52 AM
Sunset - 8:06 PM
Last Light - 8:35 PM

MOON PHASES:
61% Visible - Waxing Gibbous 🌔
Set 2:06 AM
Rise 2:01 PM

WEATHER: Mostly Cloudy with temps around 80 F. Showers likely and a chance of Thunderstorms. Thunderstorm potential is Moderate. UV Index is Moderate. Winds South around 10-15 mph. Water temp around 73F.

🏴 LOW RISK DOES NOT MEAN NO RISK – PLEASE STAY ALERT 🏴

IF CAUGHT IN A RIP CURRENT REMAIN CALM AND CONSERVE
YOUR ENERGY. DO NOT FIGHT A RIP CURRENT. SIGNAL FOR HELP.

♦ YOU SHOULD NOT SWIM ALONE AND SHOULD ALWAYS HAVE A FLOTATION DEVICE! ♦

Enjoy the beach and please be safe. 😎

Send a message to learn more

05/23/2026

The Ocean Report for the beaches of Avon, Buxton, Frisco and Hatteras Villages for Saturday, UPDATED TO DUE CHANGING CONDITIONS.

Welcome to National Taffy Day! Celebrate this holiday by enjoying a sweet confection that has been around for at least 190 years and comes in over 100 different flavors! Recommended by Dentists worldwide. One of my favorite holidays. 🍬🥰

If you or someone else needs assistance, please dial 911 and KNOW YOUR APPROXIMATE LOCATION on the beach or sound side areas.

RIP CURRENT RISK: 🌞
Avon and Buxton to Cape Point…*HIGH* 🔴
Cape Point to Frisco and Hatteras...**MODERATE** 🟡

RIP CURRENT RISK CATEGORIES...

**LOW** GREEN FLAG - 🟢 - LOW HAZARD, CALM CONDITIONS, BUT ALWAYS EXERCISE CAUTION.

**MEDIUM** YELLOW FLAG - 🟡 - MEDIUM HAZARD, MODERATE SURF AND/OR STRONG CURRENTS. NON-SWIMMERS SHOULD USE CAUTION.

**HIGH** - RED FLAG - 🔴 - HIGH HAZARD, ROUGH CONDITIONS AND DANGEROUS RIP CURRENTS. ALL SWIMMERS SHOULD USE CAUTION.

**EXTREME** - DOUBLE RED FLAG - 🔴🔴 - NO SWIMMING IS ADVISED DUE TO LIFE-THREATENING CONDITIONS. RESCUE
SWIMMERS MAY POSSIBLY NOT ENTER THE WATER AT THEIR DISCRETION.

SURF HEIGHT: 🌊
Avon and Buxton….... Around 3-5 feet
Frisco and Hatteras... Around 2-4 feet

DAYTIME TIDE INFORMATION: 🏖
Low Tide at 8:01 AM
High Tide at 2:14 PM

SUNRISE/SUNSET: 🌅
First Light - 5:24 AM
Sunrise - 5:52 AM
Sunset - 8:05 PM
Last Light - 8:34 PM

MOON PHASES:
50% Visible - First Quarter 🌓
Set 1:39 AM
Rise 12:59 PM

WEATHER: Partly Sunny with temps around 80 F. A chance of Showers and a slight chance of Thunderstorms. Thunderstorm potential is Low. UV Index is Moderate. Winds South around 5-10 mph. Water temp around 76F.

🏴 LOW RISK DOES NOT MEAN NO RISK – PLEASE STAY ALERT 🏴

IF CAUGHT IN A RIP CURRENT REMAIN CALM AND CONSERVE
YOUR ENERGY. DO NOT FIGHT A RIP CURRENT. SIGNAL FOR HELP.

♦ YOU SHOULD NOT SWIM ALONE AND SHOULD ALWAYS HAVE A FLOTATION DEVICE! ♦

Enjoy the beach and please be safe. 😎

Send a message to learn more

05/23/2026

The Ocean Report for the beaches of Avon, Buxton, Frisco and Hatteras Villages for Saturday, May 23rd. Current as of 0446 hrs ET.

Welcome to National Taffy Day! Celebrate this holiday by enjoying a sweet confection that has been around for at least 190 years and comes in over 100 different flavors! Recommended by Dentists worldwide. One of my favorite holidays. 🍬🥰

If you or someone else needs assistance, please dial 911 and KNOW YOUR APPROXIMATE LOCATION on the beach or sound side areas.

RIP CURRENT RISK: 🌞
Avon and Buxton to Cape Point…*MODERATE* 🟨
Cape Point to Frisco and Hatteras...**MODERATE** 🟨

RIP CURRENT RISK CATEGORIES...

**LOW** GREEN FLAG - 🟩 - LOW HAZARD, CALM CONDITIONS, BUT ALWAYS EXERCISE CAUTION.

**MEDIUM** YELLOW FLAG - 🟡 - MEDIUM HAZARD, MODERATE SURF AND/OR STRONG CURRENTS. NON-SWIMMERS SHOULD USE CAUTION.

**HIGH** - RED FLAG - 🔴 - HIGH HAZARD, ROUGH CONDITIONS AND DANGEROUS RIP CURRENTS. ALL SWIMMERS SHOULD USE CAUTION.

**EXTREME** - DOUBLE RED FLAG - 🔴🔴 - NO SWIMMING IS ADVISED DUE TO LIFE-THREATENING CONDITIONS. RESCUE
SWIMMERS MAY POSSIBLY NOT ENTER THE WATER AT THEIR DISCRETION.

SURF HEIGHT: 🌊
Avon and Buxton….... Around 3-5 feet
Frisco and Hatteras... Around 2-4 feet

DAYTIME TIDE INFORMATION: 🏖
Low Tide at 8:01 AM
High Tide at 2:14 PM

SUNRISE/SUNSET: 🌅
First Light - 5:24 AM
Sunrise - 5:52 AM
Sunset - 8:05 PM
Last Light - 8:34 PM

MOON PHASES:
50% Visible - First Quarter 🌓
Set 1:39 AM
Rise 12:59 PM

WEATHER: Partly Sunny with temps around 80 F. A chance of Showers and a slight chance of Thunderstorms. Thunderstorm potential is Low. UV Index is Moderate. Winds South around 5-10 mph. Water temp around 76F.

🏴 LOW RISK DOES NOT MEAN NO RISK – PLEASE STAY ALERT 🏴

IF CAUGHT IN A RIP CURRENT REMAIN CALM AND CONSERVE
YOUR ENERGY. DO NOT FIGHT A RIP CURRENT. SIGNAL FOR HELP.

♦ YOU SHOULD NOT SWIM ALONE AND SHOULD ALWAYS HAVE A FLOTATION DEVICE! ♦

Enjoy the beach and please be safe. 😎

Send a message to learn more

05/23/2026

Rip currents are powerful, channeled currents of water flowing away from shore. They typically extend from the shoreline, through the surf zone, and past the line of breaking waves.

Certain tide conditions can increase rip currents to dangerous speeds. People get in trouble when they are moved so far offshore that they are unable to get back to the shore because of fear, panic, exhaustion or inefficient swimming skills.

Lifeguards are trained to identify these hazards. Always swim at a lifeguarded beach and ask a lifeguard about the conditions before entering the water.

For more beach safety tips, please visit LoveTheBeachRespectTheOcean.com.