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Rip Current Statement 15, NWS Wilmington, NC
NWS Wilmington, NC issued this rip current statement at Sep 8, 2022, 7:39 PM EDT for New Hanover County, Pender County, North Carolina; Georgetown County, Horry County, South Carolina. It took effect at Sep 9, 2022, 6:00 AM EDT. It was in force for 14 hr.
The area
The counties it named.
The facts
- Issued
- Sep 8, 2022, 7:39 PM EDT (23:39 UTC)
- In effect from
- Sep 9, 2022, 6:00 AM EDT
- Expired
- Sep 9, 2022, 8:00 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
The radar
The Wilmington radar (KLTX), 7 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 23:41 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.
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The nearest sounding before it
Newport, NC (KMHX), launched 12:00Z, 11.7 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.
- Mixed-layer CAPE
- 147 J/kg
- Mixed-layer CIN
- -41 J/kg
- Mixed-layer LCL
- 681 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 31 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- -36 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 62 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 0.0
- Supercell composite
- -0.2
The text
As transmitted.
650
WHUS42 KILM 082339
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
739 PM EDT Thu Sep 8 2022
NCZ106-108-090745-
/O.EXP.KILM.BH.S.0035.000000T0000Z-220909T0000Z/
/O.EXP.KILM.RP.S.0014.000000T0000Z-220909T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KILM.RP.S.0015.220909T1000Z-220910T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0071.000000T0000Z-220909T0100Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
739 PM EDT Thu Sep 8 2022
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT FRIDAY THROUGH
FRIDAY EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of
inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Rip Current Risk,
dangerous rip currents expected.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 9 PM EDT this
evening. For the High Rip Current Risk, from 6 AM EDT Friday
through Friday 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. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water.
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.
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
08/07 PM 6.5 2.0 1.0 3 Minor
09/07 AM 5.7 1.2 0.9 3-4 None
09/08 PM 6.4 1.9 1.0 3-4 Minor
10/08 AM 5.8 1.3 0.8 3 None
10/08 PM 6.0 1.5 0.6 3 Minor
11/09 AM 5.8 1.3 0.6 3 None
&&
$$
SCZ054-056-090745-
/O.NEW.KILM.RP.S.0015.220909T1000Z-220910T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0071.000000T0000Z-220909T0100Z/
Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
739 PM EDT Thu Sep 8 2022
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT FRIDAY THROUGH
FRIDAY 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 High Rip Current Risk,
dangerous rip currents expected.
* WHERE...Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 9 PM EDT this
evening. For the High Rip Current Risk, from 6 AM EDT Friday
through Friday 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. Rip currents can sweep even the best
swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
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.
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
08/07 PM 7.1 1.5 0.4 2 Minor
09/07 AM 6.2 0.6 0.4 3 None
09/08 PM 7.1 1.5 0.4 3 Minor
10/08 AM 6.2 0.6 0.2 3 None
10/08 PM 6.7 1.1 0.1 2 None
11/09 AM 6.4 0.8 0.2 2 None
&&
$$
NCZ107-090400-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0071.000000T0000Z-220909T0400Z/
Inland New Hanover-
739 PM EDT Thu Sep 8 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.
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
08/09 PM 6.0 1.3 0.8 N/A Minor
09/09 AM 5.5 0.8 0.8 N/A Minor
09/10 PM 6.0 1.3 0.8 N/A Minor
10/10 AM 5.6 0.9 0.8 N/A Minor
10/11 PM 5.9 1.2 0.7 N/A Minor
11/11 AM 5.5 0.8 0.6 N/A Minor
&&
$$
NCZ110-090100-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0071.000000T0000Z-220909T0100Z/
Coastal Brunswick-
739 PM EDT Thu Sep 8 2022
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Brunswick County.
* WHEN...Until 9 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal
Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal
flooding. Check with local officials for any road closures or
impacts.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Mercer Pier at Wrightsville Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 8.0 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
08/07 PM 6.5 2.0 1.0 3 Minor
09/07 AM 5.7 1.2 0.9 3-4 None
09/08 PM 6.4 1.9 1.0 3-4 Minor
10/08 AM 5.8 1.3 0.8 3 None
10/08 PM 6.0 1.5 0.6 3 Minor
11/09 AM 5.8 1.3 0.6 3 None
&&
$$
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WHUS42 KILM 090039
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
839 PM EDT Thu Sep 8 2022
NCZ107-090400-
/O.CAN.KILM.CF.Y.0071.000000T0000Z-220909T0400Z/
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0072.220909T0100Z-220909T0400Z/
Inland New Hanover-
839 PM EDT Thu Sep 8 2022
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY 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...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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
08/09 PM 6.0 1.3 0.8 N/A Minor
09/09 AM 5.5 0.8 0.8 N/A Minor
09/10 PM 6.0 1.3 0.8 N/A Minor
10/10 AM 5.6 0.9 0.8 N/A Minor
10/11 PM 5.9 1.2 0.7 N/A Minor
11/11 AM 5.5 0.8 0.6 N/A Minor
&&
$$
NCZ106-108-SCZ054-056-091000-
/O.CAN.KILM.CF.Y.0071.000000T0000Z-220909T0100Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0015.220909T1000Z-220910T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-Coastal Horry-
Coastal Georgetown-
839 PM EDT Thu Sep 8 2022
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT FRIDAY
THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected.
* WHERE...In North Carolina, Coastal Pender and Coastal New
Hanover Counties. In South Carolina, Coastal Horry and Coastal
Georgetown Counties.
* WHEN...From 6 AM EDT Friday through Friday evening.
* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
$$
NCZ110-090145-
/O.CAN.KILM.CF.Y.0071.000000T0000Z-220909T0100Z/
Coastal Brunswick-
839 PM EDT Thu Sep 8 2022
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...
Water levels were falling as we move past high tide.
$$809 WHUS42 KILM 090256 CFWILM Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Wilmington NC 1056 PM EDT Thu Sep 8 2022 NCZ107-090400- /O.CAN.KILM.CF.Y.0072.000000T0000Z-220909T0400Z/ Inland New Hanover- 1056 PM EDT Thu Sep 8 2022 ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... Water levels along the Lower Cape Fear River have dropped below minor flooding thresholds. $$ NCZ106-108-SCZ054-056-091000- /O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0015.220909T1000Z-220910T0000Z/ Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-Coastal Horry- Coastal Georgetown- 1056 PM EDT Thu Sep 8 2022 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT FRIDAY THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected. * WHERE...In North Carolina, Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties. In South Carolina, Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties. * WHEN...From 6 AM EDT Friday through Friday evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$
871 WHUS42 KILM 090742 CFWILM Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Wilmington NC 342 AM EDT Fri Sep 9 2022 NCZ106-108-SCZ054-056-100000- /O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0015.220909T1000Z-220910T0000Z/ Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-Coastal Horry- Coastal Georgetown- 342 AM EDT Fri Sep 9 2022 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected. * WHERE...In North Carolina, Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties. In South Carolina, Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties. * WHEN...From 6 AM EDT Friday through Friday evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$ 29
356 WHUS42 KILM 091448 CFWILM Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Wilmington NC 1048 AM EDT Fri Sep 9 2022 NCZ106-108-100000- /O.NEW.KILM.BH.S.0036.220909T1448Z-220910T0000Z/ /O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0015.000000T0000Z-220910T0000Z/ Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover- 1048 AM EDT Fri Sep 9 2022 ...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, Strong north to south longshore current. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. 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... Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. 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. && $$ SCZ054-056-100000- /O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0015.000000T0000Z-220910T0000Z/ Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown- 1048 AM EDT Fri Sep 9 2022 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$ 21
556
WHUS42 KILM 091834
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
234 PM EDT Fri Sep 9 2022
NCZ106-108-100300-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0073.220909T2100Z-220910T0300Z/
/O.CON.KILM.BH.S.0036.000000T0000Z-220910T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0015.000000T0000Z-220910T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
234 PM EDT Fri Sep 9 2022
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of
inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards Statement,
Strong north to south longshore current. For the High Rip
Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 11 PM EDT this
evening. For the Beach Hazards Statement, until 8 PM EDT this
evening. For the High Rip Current Risk, 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. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water. 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.
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
09/07 PM 6.8 2.3 1.3 3-4 Minor
10/08 AM 6.2 1.7 1.2 3-4 Minor
10/08 PM 6.4 1.9 1.0 4 Minor
11/09 AM 6.0 1.5 0.8 3 Minor
11/09 PM 6.0 1.5 0.8 3 Minor
12/09 AM 5.8 1.3 0.6 3 None
&&
$$
SCZ054-056-100400-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0073.220909T2200Z-220910T0400Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0015.000000T0000Z-220910T0000Z/
Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
234 PM EDT Fri Sep 9 2022
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO
MIDNIGHT EDT TONIGHT...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, one to two feet of
inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Rip Current Risk,
dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 6 PM this evening
to midnight EDT tonight. For the High Rip Current Risk, until
8 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. Some roads may
become impassable. Check with local officials for the latest
information regarding coastal flood impacts and closures. Rip
currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into
deeper water.
* 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.
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
09/08 PM 8.0 2.4 1.3 3 Minor
10/08 AM 7.0 1.4 1.0 3 Minor
10/08 PM 7.3 1.7 0.7 3 Minor
11/09 AM 6.8 1.2 0.6 2 None
11/09 PM 7.0 1.4 0.6 2 Minor
12/10 AM 6.8 1.2 0.6 2 None
&&
$$
NCZ107-100445-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0073.220910T0000Z-220910T0600Z/
Inland New Hanover-
234 PM EDT Fri Sep 9 2022
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO
2 AM EDT SATURDAY...
* 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 8 PM this evening to 2 AM EDT Saturday.
* 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
09/10 PM 6.4 1.7 1.2 N/A Minor
10/10 AM 5.9 1.2 1.1 N/A Minor
10/11 PM 6.2 1.5 1.0 N/A Minor
11/11 AM 5.7 1.0 0.8 N/A Minor
11/11 PM 5.8 1.1 0.8 N/A Minor
12/12 PM 5.8 1.1 0.8 N/A Minor
&&
$$
NCZ110-100300-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0073.220909T2100Z-220910T0300Z/
Coastal Brunswick-
234 PM EDT Fri Sep 9 2022
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Brunswick County.
* WHEN...Until 11 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal
Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal
flooding. Check with local officials for any road closures or
impacts.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
other factors.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Mercer Pier at Wrightsville Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 8.0 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
09/07 PM 6.8 2.3 1.3 3-4 Minor
10/08 AM 6.2 1.7 1.2 3-4 Minor
10/08 PM 6.4 1.9 1.0 4 Minor
11/09 AM 6.0 1.5 0.8 3 Minor
11/09 PM 6.0 1.5 0.8 3 Minor
12/09 AM 5.8 1.3 0.6 3 None
&&
$$681
WHUS42 KILM 092343
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
743 PM EDT Fri Sep 9 2022
NCZ106-108-100745-
/O.EXP.KILM.BH.S.0036.000000T0000Z-220910T0000Z/
/O.EXP.KILM.RP.S.0015.000000T0000Z-220910T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KILM.RP.S.0016.220910T1000Z-220911T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0073.000000T0000Z-220910T0300Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
743 PM EDT Fri Sep 9 2022
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT SATURDAY THROUGH
SATURDAY EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of
inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Rip Current Risk,
dangerous rip currents expected.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 11 PM EDT this
evening. For the High Rip Current Risk, from 6 AM EDT Saturday
through Saturday 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. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water.
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.
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
09/07 PM 6.8 2.3 1.3 4 Minor
10/08 AM 6.2 1.7 1.2 3 Minor
10/08 PM 6.4 1.9 1.0 3 Minor
11/09 AM 6.0 1.5 0.8 3 Minor
11/09 PM 6.0 1.5 0.8 3 Minor
12/09 AM 5.8 1.3 0.6 2 None
&&
$$
SCZ054-056-100400-
/O.EXP.KILM.RP.S.0015.000000T0000Z-220910T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0073.000000T0000Z-220910T0400Z/
Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
743 PM EDT Fri Sep 9 2022
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EDT
TONIGHT...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK WILL EXPIRE AT 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...One to two feet of inundation above ground level in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties.
* WHEN...Until midnight EDT tonight.
* IMPACTS...Vulnerable causeways to and from local beaches will
experience minor coastal flooding. Low-lying roads and
locations along the Intracoastal Waterway and adjacent tidal
creeks will observe minor coastal flooding. Some roads may
become impassable. Check with local officials for the latest
information regarding coastal flood impacts and closures.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Springmaid Pier at Myrtle Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 8.5 ft, Major 10.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.4 ft, Moderate 2.9 ft, Major 4.9 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
09/08 PM 8.0 2.4 1.3 3 Minor
10/08 AM 7.0 1.4 1.0 3 Minor
10/08 PM 7.3 1.7 0.7 2-3 Minor
11/09 AM 6.8 1.2 0.6 2 None
11/09 PM 7.0 1.4 0.6 2 Minor
12/10 AM 6.8 1.2 0.6 2 None
&&
$$
NCZ107-100600-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0073.220910T0000Z-220910T0600Z/
Inland New Hanover-
743 PM EDT Fri Sep 9 2022
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM EDT
SATURDAY...
* 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...Until 2 AM EDT Saturday.
* 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.
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
09/10 PM 6.4 1.7 1.2 N/A Minor
10/10 AM 5.9 1.2 1.1 N/A Minor
10/11 PM 6.2 1.5 1.0 N/A Minor
11/11 AM 5.7 1.0 0.8 N/A Minor
11/11 PM 5.8 1.1 0.8 N/A Minor
12/12 PM 5.8 1.1 0.8 N/A Minor
&&
$$
NCZ110-100300-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0073.000000T0000Z-220910T0300Z/
Coastal Brunswick-
743 PM EDT Fri Sep 9 2022
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Brunswick County.
* WHEN...Until 11 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal
Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal
flooding. Check with local officials for any road closures or
impacts.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Mercer Pier at Wrightsville Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 8.0 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
09/07 PM 6.8 2.3 1.3 4 Minor
10/08 AM 6.2 1.7 1.2 3 Minor
10/08 PM 6.4 1.9 1.0 3 Minor
11/09 AM 6.0 1.5 0.8 3 Minor
11/09 PM 6.0 1.5 0.8 3 Minor
12/09 AM 5.8 1.3 0.6 2 None
&&
$$
9The office that day
Everything else NWS Wilmington, NC issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 7, 10:34 PM EDT | Special Marine Warning | ILM | 56 min | |
| Sep 7, 10:40 PM EDT | Special Marine Warning | ILM | 20 min | |
| Sep 7, 11:30 PM EDT | Special Marine Warning | ILM | 45 min | |
| Sep 8, 12:14 AM EDT | Special Marine Warning | ILM | 35 min | |
| Sep 8, 11:23 AM EDT | Beach Hazards Statement | ILM | New Hanover, Pender | 9 hr |
| Sep 8, 1:18 PM EDT | Coastal Flood Advisory | ILM | Brunswick, New Hanover, Pender | 7 hr |
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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.