If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property.

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, 1 to 2 feet inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Coastal Flood Watch, 2 to 4 feet inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Areas along the Bay and lower Neuse River and adjacent tidal creeks. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 5 AM to 6 PM EDT Saturday. For the Coastal Flood Watch, from late Saturday night through late Monday night. * IMPACTS...Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure may be inundated. Some shoreline erosion may occur. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A relatively short period of strong southerly winds will bring minor water level rises late tonight into Saturday. A prolonged period of strong north to northeast winds will bring minor to moderate water water levels rises late Saturday night into early next week.