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Beach Hazards Statement 22, NWS Wilmington, NC

July 12, 2022Georgetown County, Horry County, South Carolina; New Hanover County, Pender County, North Carolina

NWS Wilmington, NC issued this beach hazards statement at Jul 12, 2022, 8:19 PM EDT for Georgetown County, Horry County, South Carolina; New Hanover County, Pender County, North Carolina. It took effect at Jul 13, 2022, 6:00 AM EDT. It was in force for 14 hr.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Jul 12, 2022, 8:19 PM EDT (00:19 UTC)
In effect from
Jul 13, 2022, 6:00 AM EDT
Expired
Jul 13, 2022, 7:53 PM EDT
In force
14 hr
Issued by
NWS Wilmington, NC

Counties New Hanover County, NC, Pender County, NC, Georgetown County, SC, Horry County, SC

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The Wilmington radar (KLTX), 7 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 00:19 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

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Newport, NC (KMHX), launched 00:00Z, 0.3 hours before the alert went out and 172 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Newport, NC at 00:00Z on 2022-07-13Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 899 joules per kilogram.LCLLFCEL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°0°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Newport, NC at 00:00Z on 2022-07-13The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 69 square meters per square second.1939Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
899 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
-37 J/kg
Mixed-layer LCL
970 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
18 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
69 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
91 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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113 
WHUS42 KILM 130019
CFWILM

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
819 PM EDT Tue Jul 12 2022

NCZ106-108-SCZ054-056-130830-
/O.NEW.KILM.BH.S.0022.220713T1000Z-220714T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0057.000000T0000Z-220713T0100Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-Coastal Horry-
Coastal Georgetown-
819 PM EDT Tue Jul 12 2022

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT WEDNESDAY
THROUGH WEDNESDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of
  inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines
  and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards Statement, Strong
  south to north longshore current. There is also a Moderate Risk
  of rip currents expected.

* WHERE...In South Carolina, Coastal Horry and Coastal 
  Georgetown Counties. In North Carolina, Coastal Pender and 
  Coastal New Hanover Counties.

* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 9 PM EDT this 
  evening. For the Beach Hazards Statement, from 6 AM EDT 
  Wednesday through Wednesday evening.

* IMPACTS...Vulnerable causeways to and from local beaches may 
  experience minor coastal flooding. Low-lying roads and 
  locations along the Intracoastal Waterway and adjacent tidal 
  creeks may observe minor coastal flooding. Check with local 
  officials for the latest information regarding coastal flood 
  impacts and closures. Longshore currents can sweep swimmers 
  and surfers into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other 
  hazardous areas. It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making 
  it difficult to return to shore.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on 
  average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience 
  flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or 
  other factors.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with
lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may
be swept into.

&&

Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.

Springmaid Pier at Myrtle Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 8.5 ft, Major 10.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.4 ft, Moderate 2.9 ft, Major 4.9 ft

             Total      Total    Departure                   
 Day/Time    Tide       Tide     from Norm   Waves    Flood  
            ft MLLW    ft MHHW       ft       ft      Impact 
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 13/08 AM     5.8        0.2        0.8        2       None    
 13/08 PM     7.5        1.9        0.7        3      Minor    
 14/08 AM     5.6        0.0        0.4        2       None    
 14/09 PM     7.3        1.7        0.5        2      Minor    
 15/09 AM     6.0        0.4        0.7        2       None

Mercer Pier at Wrightsville Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 8.0 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft

             Total      Total    Departure                   
 Day/Time    Tide       Tide     from Norm   Waves    Flood  
            ft MLLW    ft MHHW       ft       ft      Impact 
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 13/07 AM     4.8        0.3        0.8       2-3      None    
 13/08 PM     6.2        1.7        0.6        3      Minor    
 14/08 AM     4.5        0.0        0.4       2-3      None    
 14/09 PM     6.1        1.6        0.5        2      Minor    
 15/09 AM     4.8        0.3        0.6        2       None

&&

$$

NCZ110-130130-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0057.000000T0000Z-220713T0100Z/
Coastal Brunswick-
819 PM EDT Tue Jul 12 2022

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level 
  expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal 
  waterways.

* WHERE...In South Carolina, Coastal Horry and Coastal 
  Georgetown Counties. In North Carolina, Coastal Pender, 
  Coastal New Hanover and Coastal Brunswick Counties.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM EDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Vulnerable causeways to and from local beaches will 
  experience minor coastal flooding. Low-lying roads and 
  locations along the Intracoastal Waterway and adjacent tidal 
  creeks will observe minor coastal flooding. Check with local 
  officials for the latest information regarding coastal flood 
  impacts and closures. Low-lying roads and locations along the 
  Intracoastal Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe 
  minor coastal flooding. Check with local officials for any 
  road closures or impacts.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on 
  average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience 
  flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or 
  other factors.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.

Mercer Pier at Wrightsville Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 8.0 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft

             Total      Total    Departure                   
 Day/Time    Tide       Tide     from Norm   Waves    Flood  
            ft MLLW    ft MHHW       ft       ft      Impact 
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 13/07 AM     4.8        0.3        0.8       2-3      None    
 13/08 PM     6.2        1.7        0.6        3      Minor    
 14/08 AM     4.5        0.0        0.4       2-3      None    
 14/09 PM     6.1        1.6        0.5        2      Minor    
 15/09 AM     4.8        0.3        0.6        2       None

&&

$$

NCZ107-130400-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0057.000000T0000Z-220713T0400Z/
Inland New Hanover-
819 PM EDT Tue Jul 12 2022

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EDT
TONIGHT...

* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level 
  expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal 
  waterways.

* WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown 
  Wilmington.

* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to midnight EDT tonight.

* IMPACTS...The lowest portions of Battleship Road and USS North 
  Carolina Road observe minor coastal flooding of about one foot 
  in depth. In downtown Wilmington, several blocks of Water 
  Street observe shallow flooding from one half to one foot in 
  depth. The low-lying areas along River Road and adjacent 
  residential roads, south of River Road Park, will begin to 
  flood. Route 133 at Little Mallory Creek may begin to flood. 
  Check with local officials for any road closures or impacts.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on 
  average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience 
  flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or 
  other factors.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.

Cape Fear River at Wilmington
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.5 ft, Moderate 6.8 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 0.8 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 5.3 ft

             Total      Total    Departure                   
 Day/Time    Tide       Tide     from Norm   Waves    Flood  
            ft MLLW    ft MHHW       ft       ft      Impact 
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 12/10 PM     6.1        1.4        0.9       N/A     Minor    
 13/10 AM     5.0        0.3        1.0       N/A      None    
 13/10 PM     6.2        1.5        1.0       N/A     Minor    
 14/11 AM     4.9        0.2        0.8       N/A      None    
 14/11 PM     6.0        1.3        0.8       N/A     Minor    
 15/12 PM     5.0        0.3        0.8       N/A      None

&&

$$
5 follow-up statements
993 
WHUS42 KILM 130056
CFWILM

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
856 PM EDT Tue Jul 12 2022

NCZ106-108-SCZ054-056-131000-
/O.CAN.KILM.CF.Y.0057.000000T0000Z-220713T0100Z/
/O.CON.KILM.BH.S.0022.220713T1000Z-220714T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-Coastal Horry-
Coastal Georgetown-
856 PM EDT Tue Jul 12 2022

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY THROUGH WEDNESDAY EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Strong south to north longshore current. There is also a
  Moderate Risk of rip currents expected.

* WHERE...In South Carolina, Coastal Horry and Coastal 
  Georgetown Counties. In North Carolina, Coastal Pender and 
  Coastal New Hanover Counties.

* WHEN...From 6 AM EDT Wednesday through Wednesday evening.

* IMPACTS...Longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers 
  into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other hazardous areas. 
  It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making it difficult to 
  return to shore.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with
lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may
be swept into.

&&

$$

NCZ110-130200-
/O.CAN.KILM.CF.Y.0057.000000T0000Z-220713T0100Z/
Coastal Brunswick-
856 PM EDT Tue Jul 12 2022

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...


$$

NCZ107-130400-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0057.000000T0000Z-220713T0400Z/
Inland New Hanover-
856 PM EDT Tue Jul 12 2022

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EDT
TONIGHT...

* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low- 
  lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.

* WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown 
  Wilmington.

* WHEN...Until midnight EDT tonight.

* IMPACTS...Portions of Battleship Road and USS North Carolina 
  Road observe minor coastal flooding up to one foot in depth. 
  In downtown Wilmington, sections of Water Street observe minor 
  flooding up to one half foot in depth. Check with local 
  officials for any road closures or impacts.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on 
  average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience 
  flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or 
  other factors.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.

Cape Fear River at Wilmington
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.5 ft, Moderate 6.8 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 0.8 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 5.3 ft

             Total      Total    Departure                   
 Day/Time    Tide       Tide     from Norm   Waves    Flood  
            ft MLLW    ft MHHW       ft       ft      Impact 
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 12/10 PM     6.1        1.4        0.9       N/A     Minor    
 13/10 AM     5.0        0.3        1.0       N/A      None    
 13/10 PM     6.2        1.5        1.0       N/A     Minor    
 14/11 AM     4.9        0.2        0.8       N/A      None    
 14/11 PM     6.0        1.3        0.8       N/A     Minor    
 15/12 PM     5.0        0.3        0.8       N/A      None

&&

$$
810 
WHUS42 KILM 130401
CFWILM

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
1201 AM EDT Wed Jul 13 2022

NCZ107-130515-
/O.EXP.KILM.CF.Y.0057.000000T0000Z-220713T0400Z/
Inland New Hanover-
1201 AM EDT Wed Jul 13 2022

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT MIDNIGHT EDT TONIGHT...

$$

NCZ106-108-SCZ054-056-131215-
/O.CON.KILM.BH.S.0022.220713T1000Z-220714T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-Coastal Horry-
Coastal Georgetown-
1201 AM EDT Wed Jul 13 2022

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY THROUGH WEDNESDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Strong south to north longshore current. There is also a
  Moderate Risk of rip currents expected.

* WHERE...In South Carolina, Coastal Horry and Coastal 
  Georgetown Counties. In North Carolina, Coastal Pender and 
  Coastal New Hanover Counties.

* WHEN...From 6 AM EDT Wednesday through Wednesday evening.

* IMPACTS...Longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers 
  into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other hazardous areas. 
  It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making it difficult to 
  return to shore.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with
lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may
be swept into.

&&

$$
176 
WHUS42 KILM 130712
CFWILM

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
312 AM EDT Wed Jul 13 2022

NCZ106-108-SCZ054-056-140000-
/O.CON.KILM.BH.S.0022.220713T1000Z-220714T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-Coastal Horry-
Coastal Georgetown-
312 AM EDT Wed Jul 13 2022

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Strong south to north longshore current. There is also a
  Moderate Risk of rip currents.

* WHERE...In South Carolina, Coastal Horry and Coastal 
  Georgetown Counties. In North Carolina, Coastal Pender and 
  Coastal New Hanover Counties.

* WHEN...Through this evening.

* IMPACTS...Longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers 
  into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other hazardous areas. 
  It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making it difficult to 
  return to shore.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with
lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may
be swept into.

&&

$$
285 
WHUS42 KILM 131934
CFWILM

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
334 PM EDT Wed Jul 13 2022

SCZ054-056-140200-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0058.220713T2200Z-220714T0200Z/
/O.CON.KILM.BH.S.0022.000000T0000Z-220714T0000Z/
Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
334 PM EDT Wed Jul 13 2022

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of
  inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near
  shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards Statement,
  Strong south to north longshore current. 

* WHERE...Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties.

* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 10 PM EDT this 
  evening. For the Beach Hazards Statement, until 8 PM EDT this 
  evening.

* IMPACTS...Vulnerable causeways to and from local beaches may 
  experience minor coastal flooding. Low-lying roads and 
  locations along the Intracoastal Waterway and adjacent tidal 
  creeks may observe minor coastal flooding. Check with local 
  officials for the latest information regarding coastal flood 
  impacts and closures. Longshore currents can sweep swimmers 
  and surfers into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other 
  hazardous areas. It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making 
  it difficult to return to shore.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on 
  average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience 
  flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or 
  other factors.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with
lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may
be swept into.

&&

Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.

Springmaid Pier at Myrtle Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 8.5 ft, Major 10.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.4 ft, Moderate 2.9 ft, Major 4.9 ft

             Total      Total    Departure                   
 Day/Time    Tide       Tide     from Norm   Waves    Flood  
            ft MLLW    ft MHHW       ft       ft      Impact 
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 13/08 PM     7.4        1.8        0.6       2-3     Minor    
 14/08 AM     5.7        0.1        0.5        2       None    
 14/09 PM     7.2        1.6        0.4        2      Minor    
 15/09 AM     5.9        0.3        0.6        2       None    
 15/10 PM     7.2        1.6        0.6        2      Minor    
 16/10 AM     6.0        0.4        0.7        2       None

&&

$$

NCZ106-108-140100-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0058.220713T2300Z-220714T0100Z/
/O.CON.KILM.BH.S.0022.000000T0000Z-220714T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
334 PM EDT Wed Jul 13 2022

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM TO 9 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of
  inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near
  shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards Statement,
  Strong south to north longshore current. 

* WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties.

* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 7 PM to 9 PM EDT 
  this evening. For the Beach Hazards Statement, until 8 PM EDT 
  this evening.

* IMPACTS...Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal 
  Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal 
  flooding. Check with local officials for any road closures or 
  impacts. Longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers 
  into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other hazardous areas. 
  It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making it difficult to 
  return to shore.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on 
  average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience 
  flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or 
  other factors.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with
lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may
be swept into.

&&

Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.

Mercer Pier at Wrightsville Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 8.0 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft

             Total      Total    Departure                   
 Day/Time    Tide       Tide     from Norm   Waves    Flood  
            ft MLLW    ft MHHW       ft       ft      Impact 
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 13/08 PM     6.0        1.5        0.4        3      Minor    
 14/08 AM     4.4       -0.1        0.3        2       None    
 14/09 PM     6.0        1.5        0.4        2      Minor    
 15/09 AM     4.5        0.0        0.3        2       None    
 15/10 PM     5.8        1.3        0.4        2       None    
 16/10 AM     4.7        0.2        0.4        2       None

&&

$$

NCZ110-140100-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0058.220713T2300Z-220714T0100Z/
Coastal Brunswick-
334 PM EDT Wed Jul 13 2022

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM TO 9 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level 
  expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal 
  waterways.

* WHERE...Coastal Brunswick County.

* WHEN...From 7 PM to 9 PM EDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal 
  Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal 
  flooding. Check with local officials for any road closures or 
  impacts.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on 
  average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience 
  flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or 
  other factors.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.

Mercer Pier at Wrightsville Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 8.0 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft

             Total      Total    Departure                   
 Day/Time    Tide       Tide     from Norm   Waves    Flood  
            ft MLLW    ft MHHW       ft       ft      Impact 
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 13/08 PM     6.0        1.5        0.4        3      Minor    
 14/08 AM     4.4       -0.1        0.3        2       None    
 14/09 PM     6.0        1.5        0.4        2      Minor    
 15/09 AM     4.5        0.0        0.3        2       None    
 15/10 PM     5.8        1.3        0.4        2       None    
 16/10 AM     4.7        0.2        0.4        2       None

&&

$$

NCZ107-140345-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0058.220714T0100Z-220714T0500Z/
Inland New Hanover-
334 PM EDT Wed Jul 13 2022

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO
1 AM EDT THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level 
  expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal 
  waterways.

* WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown 
  Wilmington.

* WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 1 AM EDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Portions of Battleship Road and USS North Carolina 
  Road observe minor coastal flooding up to one foot in depth. 
  In downtown Wilmington, sections of Water Street observe minor 
  flooding up to one half foot in depth. Check with local 
  officials for any road closures or impacts.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on 
  average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience 
  flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or 
  other factors.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.

Cape Fear River at Wilmington
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.5 ft, Moderate 6.8 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 0.8 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 5.3 ft

             Total      Total    Departure                   
 Day/Time    Tide       Tide     from Norm   Waves    Flood  
            ft MLLW    ft MHHW       ft       ft      Impact 
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 13/11 PM     6.1        1.4        1.0       N/A     Minor    
 14/11 AM     4.9        0.2        0.8       N/A      None    
 14/11 PM     6.0        1.3        0.8       N/A     Minor    
 15/12 PM     5.0        0.3        0.8       N/A      None    
 16/12 AM     5.9        1.2        0.8       N/A     Minor    
 16/01 PM     5.0        0.3        0.8       N/A      None

&&

$$
308 
WHUS42 KILM 132353
CFWILM

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
753 PM EDT Wed Jul 13 2022

SCZ054-056-140200-
/O.CAN.KILM.BH.S.0022.000000T0000Z-220714T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0058.000000T0000Z-220714T0200Z/
Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
753 PM EDT Wed Jul 13 2022

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of 
  inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near 
  shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards 
  Statement, Strong south to north longshore current.

* WHERE...Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM EDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Vulnerable causeways to and from local beaches may 
  experience minor coastal flooding. Low-lying roads and 
  locations along the Intracoastal Waterway and adjacent tidal 
  creeks may observe minor coastal flooding. Check with local 
  officials for the latest information regarding coastal flood 
  impacts and closures. Longshore currents can sweep swimmers 
  and surfers into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other 
  hazardous areas. It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making 
  it difficult to return to shore.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on 
  average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience 
  flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or 
  other factors.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.

Springmaid Pier at Myrtle Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 8.5 ft, Major 10.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.4 ft, Moderate 2.9 ft, Major 4.9 ft

             Total      Total    Departure                   
 Day/Time    Tide       Tide     from Norm   Waves    Flood  
            ft MLLW    ft MHHW       ft       ft      Impact 
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 13/08 PM     7.0        1.4        0.2       2-3     Minor    
 14/08 AM     5.5       -0.1        0.3        2       None    
 14/09 PM     7.2        1.6        0.4        2      Minor    
 15/09 AM     5.6        0.0        0.3        2       None    
 15/10 PM     7.2        1.6        0.6        2      Minor    
 16/10 AM     5.8        0.2        0.5        2       None

&&

$$

NCZ106-108-140100-
/O.CAN.KILM.BH.S.0022.000000T0000Z-220714T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0058.000000T0000Z-220714T0100Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
753 PM EDT Wed Jul 13 2022

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of 
  inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near 
  shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards 
  Statement, Strong south to north longshore current.

* WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM EDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal 
  Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal 
  flooding. Check with local officials for any road closures or 
  impacts. Longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers 
  into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other hazardous areas. 
  It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making it difficult to 
  return to shore.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on 
  average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience 
  flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or 
  other factors.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.

Mercer Pier at Wrightsville Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 8.0 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft

             Total      Total    Departure                   
 Day/Time    Tide       Tide     from Norm   Waves    Flood  
            ft MLLW    ft MHHW       ft       ft      Impact 
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 13/08 PM     6.0        1.5        0.4        3      Minor    
 14/08 AM     4.5        0.0        0.4        2       None    
 14/09 PM     6.1        1.6        0.5        2      Minor    
 15/09 AM     4.6        0.1        0.4        2       None    
 15/10 PM     6.0        1.5        0.6        2      Minor    
 16/10 AM     4.8        0.3        0.5        2       None

&&

$$

NCZ110-140100-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0058.000000T0000Z-220714T0100Z/
Coastal Brunswick-
753 PM EDT Wed Jul 13 2022

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level 
  expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal 
  waterways.

* WHERE...Coastal Brunswick County.

* WHEN...From 7 PM to 9 PM EDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal 
  Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal 
  flooding. Check with local officials for any road closures or 
  impacts.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on 
  average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience 
  flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or 
  other factors.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.

Mercer Pier at Wrightsville Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 8.0 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft

             Total      Total    Departure                   
 Day/Time    Tide       Tide     from Norm   Waves    Flood  
            ft MLLW    ft MHHW       ft       ft      Impact 
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 13/08 PM     6.0        1.5        0.4        3      Minor    
 14/08 AM     4.5        0.0        0.4        2       None    
 14/09 PM     6.1        1.6        0.5        2      Minor    
 15/09 AM     4.6        0.1        0.4        2       None    
 15/10 PM     6.0        1.5        0.6        2      Minor    
 16/10 AM     4.8        0.3        0.5        2       None

&&

$$

NCZ107-140500-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0058.220714T0100Z-220714T0500Z/
Inland New Hanover-
753 PM EDT Wed Jul 13 2022

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level 
  expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal 
  waterways.

* WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown 
  Wilmington.

* WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 1 AM EDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Portions of Battleship Road and USS North Carolina 
  Road observe minor coastal flooding up to one foot in depth. 
  In downtown Wilmington, sections of Water Street observe minor 
  flooding up to one half foot in depth. Check with local 
  officials for any road closures or impacts.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on 
  average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience 
  flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or 
  other factors.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.

Cape Fear River at Wilmington
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.5 ft, Moderate 6.8 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 0.8 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 5.3 ft

             Total      Total    Departure                   
 Day/Time    Tide       Tide     from Norm   Waves    Flood  
            ft MLLW    ft MHHW       ft       ft      Impact 
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 13/10 PM     5.8        1.1        0.6       N/A     Minor    
 14/11 AM     4.9        0.2        0.8       N/A      None    
 14/11 PM     5.9        1.2        0.7       N/A     Minor    
 15/12 PM     4.9        0.2        0.7       N/A      None    
 16/12 AM     5.9        1.2        0.8       N/A     Minor    
 16/01 PM     5.0        0.3        0.8       N/A      None

&&

$$

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this beach hazards statement went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS Wilmington, NC wrote its last area forecast discussion before this beach hazards statement went out at Jul 12, 7:19 PM EDT, 1 hour earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Jul 12, 7:19 PM EDT, 1 hour before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
719 PM EDT Tue Jul 12 2022

.SYNOPSIS...
The weather will become increasingly unsettled through the week as
a cold front enters the area and stalls for several days. As
the boundary weakens late in the week shower and storm coverage
will decrease but still remains elevated above normal.

&&

.NEAR TERM /THROUGH WEDNESDAY/...
Isolated to scattered convection firing along the sea breeze is
expected to persist into the evening before dissipating with
loss of heating. A cold front approaching from the NW and a
shortwave trough aloft will result in scattered showers and
storms Wednesday, mainly in the afternoon as warm and humid
conditions continue. Lows tonight will fall to the low to mid
70s with highs Wednesday in the lower 90s away from the beaches.
Heat index values should remain below 105 Wednesday.

&&

.SHORT TERM /WEDNESDAY NIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY NIGHT/...
Showers and thunderstorms will show a nocturnal decrease in
coverage and intensity Wednesday night with loss of heating.
With a front stalled very near the area and a channel of
vorticity centers however they should continue in scattered
coverage (as opposed to mostly dissipating at night). Similarly
Thursday afternoon should feature fairly widespread convection.
Rather than more channeled vorticity a more well-formed
shortwave traverses the area in the evening. SPC continues to
highlight the entire area for Marginal Risk (level 1 out of 5).

&&

.LONG TERM /FRIDAY THROUGH TUESDAY/...
Cold front stalled+shortwave energy overhead + July heat and
humidity=another day of widespread showers and thunderstorms
Friday. Still tough to rule out a severe downburst according to
SPC. Saturday may offer a brief break in the stream of shortwave
energy but the deep frontal moisture lingering will still call
for slightly elevated rain chances especially as the remnants of
the front still shows up in progs. Not so on Sunday, but
shortwave disturbances return, the end result being POPs similar
to Saturday, roughly 10-20 percent higher than normal.
Southwesterly mid level flow persists into Monday but the flow
appears to be less vorticity-laden. Mid level flow veering to
the west on Tuesday should finally dry the mid levels enough to
lower POPs to seasonable norms especially as low levels remain
quite moist (PW remaining above 2").

&&

.AVIATION /22Z TUESDAY THROUGH SUNDAY/...
Mainly VFR through period. Scattered low clouds will traverse
the area this evening with dew points in the upper 70s, but
expect any CIGs to be few and far between. Expect S to SW flow
around 5 knots overnight, increasing to 5-10 along the coast.
Confidence is low overnight regarding flight restrictions, but
fog and stratus look to be unlikely at this time.

Showers and storms possible tomorrow as a weak frontal boundary
sinks southward through the area. Confidence remains low on
timing and potential terminal impact.

Extended Outlook...A cold front approaches midweek with MVFR
ceilings and visibilities possible in showers and thunderstorms.

&&

.MARINE...
Through Wednesday...Expect S to SW winds of 10 to 15 KT tonight
into Wednesday to increase to 15 to 20 KT by Wednesday
afternoon as the gradient tightens a little as the front gets a
little closer. Seas of 2 to 3 feet tonight will build to 3 to 4
FT by Wednesday afternoon.

Wednesday night through Sunday... Wind and waves bolstered
early in the period as a front stalls over land but advisories
not expected. Winds will abate as the boundary weakens later in
the period and winds will stay SW or perhaps back to S. Seas
will only abate slightly as a 9-10 second SE swell remains
coexistent with the wind wave.

&&

.TIDES/COASTAL FLOODING...
Tides will be higher than normal this week due to the upcoming
full moon on Wednesday and due to the moon being at its closest
point to the earth. These high astronomical tides will cause
coastal flooding during the evening high tides along the Cape
Fear River near downtown Wilmington through at least midweek.
Minor coastal flooding will also be possible along area beaches.

&&

.ILM WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
SC...Coastal Flood Advisory until 9 PM EDT this evening for SCZ054-
     056.
NC...Coastal Flood Advisory until 9 PM EDT this evening for NCZ106-
     108-110.
     Coastal Flood Advisory until midnight EDT tonight for NCZ107.
MARINE...None.

&&

SYNOPSIS...ILM
NEAR TERM...31
SHORT TERM...MBB
LONG TERM...MBB
AVIATION...21
MARINE...ILM
TIDES/COASTAL FLOODING...RGZ
Hazardous weather outlook, Jul 12, 3:40 PM EDT, 4 hours 39 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
340 PM EDT Tue Jul 12 2022

NCZ106-108-110-SCZ054-131945-
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-Coastal Brunswick-Coastal Horry-
340 PM EDT Tue Jul 12 2022

...MODERATE RISK OF RIP CURRENTS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM EDT THIS EVENING...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for southeast North Carolina and
northeast South Carolina.

.DAY ONE...This afternoon and tonight.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Moderate Risk of Rip Currents.
   Coastal Flood Advisory.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Wednesday through Monday.

Coastal flooding possible along the beaches during evening high
tides through midweek.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

NCZ107-131945-
Inland New Hanover-
340 PM EDT Tue Jul 12 2022

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO
MIDNIGHT EDT TONIGHT...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for southeast North Carolina.

.DAY ONE...This afternoon and tonight.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Coastal Flood Advisory.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Wednesday through Monday.

Coastal flooding possible along the Cape Fear River during evening
high tides through midweek.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

SCZ056-131945-
Coastal Georgetown-
340 PM EDT Tue Jul 12 2022

...MODERATE RISK OF RIP CURRENTS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM EDT THIS EVENING...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for northeast South Carolina.

.DAY ONE...This afternoon and tonight.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Moderate Risk of Rip Currents.
   Coastal Flood Advisory.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Wednesday through Monday.

Coastal flooding possible along the beaches during evening high
tides through midweek.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

AMZ250-252-254-256-131945-
Coastal waters from Surf City to Cape Fear NC out 20 nm-
Coastal waters from Cape Fear NC to Little River Inlet SC out 20 nm-
Coastal waters from Little River Inlet to Murrells Inlet SC out
20 nm-
Coastal waters from Murrells Inlet to South Santee River SC out
20 nm-
340 PM EDT Tue Jul 12 2022

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for the adjacent Coastal Waters.

.DAY ONE...This afternoon and tonight.

Hazardous weather is not expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Wednesday through Monday.

Hazardous weather is not expected at this time.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

NCZ087-096-099-105-109-SCZ017-023-024-032-033-039-055-058-059-131945-
Robeson-Bladen-Columbus-Inland Pender-Inland Brunswick-Marlboro-
Darlington-Dillon-Florence-Marion-Williamsburg-Inland Georgetown-
Central Horry-Northern Horry-
340 PM EDT Tue Jul 12 2022

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for southeast North Carolina and
northeast South Carolina.

.DAY ONE...This afternoon and tonight.

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Wednesday through Monday.

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

The office that day

Everything else NWS Wilmington, NC issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Jul 13, 2:41 PM EDTSpecial Weather StatementILMFlorence64 min
Jul 13, 2:59 PM EDTSevere Thunderstorm WarningILMFlorence, Marion, Williamsburg46 min
Jul 13, 3:34 PM EDTCoastal Flood AdvisoryILMGeorgetown, Horry9 hr
Jul 13, 3:44 PM EDTSpecial Weather StatementILMMarion46 min
Jul 13, 3:53 PM EDTSpecial Weather StatementILMFlorence52 min
Jul 13, 4:34 PM EDTSpecial Weather StatementILMHorry, Marion56 min
Jul 13, 4:19 PM EDTSpecial Weather StatementILMColumbus41 min
Jul 13, 4:50 PM EDTSpecial Weather StatementILMBladen, Columbus55 min
Jul 13, 6:18 PM EDTSpecial Weather StatementILMPender42 min

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Sources

The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.