Hatteras Island Rescue Squad

06/18/2026

Hello Arthur - still not projected to exceed TS strength.

06/18/2026

The Ocean Report for the beaches of Avon, Buxton, Frisco and Hatteras Villages for Thursday, June 18th. Current as of 0400 hrs.

Welcome to International Sushi Day! Rice, protein, and vegetables - what's not to like? 🍱🍣😋😁

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…*LOW* 🟢
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 1-3 feet
Frisco and Hatteras... Around 3-5 feet

DAYTIME TIDE INFORMATION: 🏖
High Tide at 10:44 AM
Low Tide at 4:40 PM

SUNRISE/SUNSET: 🌅
First Light - 5:17 AM
Sunrise - 5:47 AM
Sunset - 8:19 PM
Last Light - 8:49 PM

MOON PHASES:
16% Visible - Waxing Crescent 🌒
Rise 9:36 AM
Set 11:38 PM

WEATHER: Sunny with temps around 90 F. UV Index is Very High. Southwest winds around 20-25 mph. Water temp around 78F.

🏴 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. 😎

06/17/2026

May become TS Arthur later today. Still not expected to exceed TS strength but will be a rainmaker.

06/17/2026

The Ocean Report for the beaches of Avon, Buxton, Frisco and Hatteras Villages for Wednesday, June 17th. Current as of 0401 hrs.

Welcome to National Cherry Tart Day! Just like a Cherry Pie but without the top crust! Still tasty. 🍒😋

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 1-2 feet
Frisco and Hatteras... Around 2-3 feet

DAYTIME TIDE INFORMATION: 🏖
High Tide at 9:47 AM
Low Tide at 3:41 PM

SUNRISE/SUNSET: 🌅
First Light - 5:17 AM
Sunrise - 5:47 AM
Sunset - 8:19 PM
Last Light - 8:49 PM

MOON PHASES:
8% Visible - Waxing Crescent 🌒
Rise 8:22 AM
Set 11:03 PM

WEATHER: Mostly Cloudy until 2pm then Mostly Sunny with temps around the lower 80s F. A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Thunderstorm Potential is Moderate. UV Index is Very High. Southwest winds around 10-15 mph. Water temp around 78F.

🏴 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

06/17/2026

06/17/2026

6/16/26 @ 4PM –A strong low pressure system well to the north of ENC is forecast to bring gusty southwesterly winds to the area on Thursday. This is forecast to bring hazardous marine conditions to our waters starting as early as Thursday morning!

06/16/2026

Invest 90L not expected to exceed TS strength.

06/16/2026

The Ocean Report for the beaches of Avon, Buxton, Frisco and Hatteras Villages for Tuesday, June 16th. Current as of 0354 hrs.

Welcome to World Gastronomy Day! This holiday recognizes the practice of preparing food in an artful manner but also using methods and techniques that are sustainable. It takes into account not only where the ingredients are from, but how they are grown and prepared without causing undue damage to the environment. 😋🤔

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…*LOW* 🟢
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 1-2 feet
Frisco and Hatteras... Around 2 feet

DAYTIME TIDE INFORMATION: 🏖
High Tide at 8:50 AM
Low Tide at 2:44 PM

SUNRISE/SUNSET: 🌅
First Light - 5:17 AM
Sunrise - 5:47 AM
Sunset - 8:19 PM
Last Light - 8:48 PM

MOON PHASES:
3% Visible - Waxing Crescent 🌒
Rise 7:06 AM
Set 10:20 PM

WEATHER: Mostly Cloudy with temps around the lower 80s F. A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Thunderstorm Potential is Moderate. UV Index is High. Southwest winds around 5-10 mph. Water temp around 78F.

🏴 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

06/15/2026

Still lingering in the Gulf.

06/15/2026

The Ocean Report for the beaches of Avon, Buxton, Frisco and Hatteras Villages for Monday, June 15th. Current as of 0354 hrs.

Welcome to National Smile Power Day! This day celebrates people using the power of their smiles to make a difference in the lives of others. Studies have shown that giving a smile to another human being can make them feel better, improve their morale, and even build their confidence. Smiling is one of the first facial expressions that babies learn. So smile today, it just may make folks wonder....😁

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 feet
Frisco and Hatteras... Around 2-3 feet

DAYTIME TIDE INFORMATION: 🏖
High Tide at 7:54 AM
Low Tide at 1:48 PM

SUNRISE/SUNSET: 🌅
First Light - 5:17 AM
Sunrise - 5:47 AM
Sunset - 8:18 PM
Last Light - 8:48 PM

MOON PHASES:
1% Visible - Waxing Crescent 🌒
Rise 5:52 AM
Set 9:26 PM

WEATHER: Mostly Sunny with temps around the lower 80s F. A chance of showers and a slight chance of thunderstorms. UV Index is Very High. Southwest winds around 15 mph becoming north in the afternoon. Water temp around 78F.

🏴 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