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Rip Current Statement 16, NWS Wilmington, NC
NWS Wilmington, NC issued this rip current statement at Sep 9, 2022, 7:43 PM EDT for New Hanover County, Pender County, North Carolina. It took effect at Sep 10, 2022, 6:00 AM EDT. It was in force for 14 hr.
The area
The counties it named.
The facts
- Issued
- Sep 9, 2022, 7:43 PM EDT (23:43 UTC)
- In effect from
- Sep 10, 2022, 6:00 AM EDT
- Expired
- Sep 10, 2022, 8:00 PM EDT
- In force
- 14 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Wilmington, NC
Counties New Hanover County, NC, Pender County, NC
The radar
The Wilmington radar (KLTX), 65 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 23:46 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.
Open the radar archive at this moment
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The nearest sounding before it
Newport, NC (KMHX), launched 12:00Z, 11.7 hours before the alert went out and 103 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
- 0 J/kg
- Mixed-layer CIN
- No buoyant parcel
- Mixed-layer LCL
- 803 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 12 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- 7 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 48 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 0.0
- Supercell composite
- 0.0
The text
As transmitted.
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
&&
$$
NCZ110-100300-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0073.000000T0000Z-220910T0300Z/
Coastal Brunswick-
743 PM EDT Fri Sep 9 2022
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Brunswick County.
* WHEN...Until 11 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal
Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal
flooding. Check with local officials for any road closures or
impacts.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Mercer Pier at Wrightsville Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 8.0 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
09/07 PM 6.8 2.3 1.3 4 Minor
10/08 AM 6.2 1.7 1.2 3 Minor
10/08 PM 6.4 1.9 1.0 3 Minor
11/09 AM 6.0 1.5 0.8 3 Minor
11/09 PM 6.0 1.5 0.8 3 Minor
12/09 AM 5.8 1.3 0.6 2 None
&&
$$
96 follow-up statements
523
WHUS42 KILM 100205
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
1005 PM EDT Fri Sep 9 2022
NCZ106-108-101015-
/O.CAN.KILM.CF.Y.0073.000000T0000Z-220910T0300Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0016.220910T1000Z-220911T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
1005 PM EDT Fri Sep 9 2022
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT SATURDAY
THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties.
* WHEN...From 6 AM EDT Saturday through Saturday 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.
&&
$$
SCZ054-056-100315-
/O.CAN.KILM.CF.Y.0073.000000T0000Z-220910T0400Z/
Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
1005 PM EDT Fri Sep 9 2022
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...
$$
NCZ110-100315-
/O.CAN.KILM.CF.Y.0073.000000T0000Z-220910T0300Z/
Coastal Brunswick-
1005 PM EDT Fri Sep 9 2022
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...
$$
NCZ107-100600-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0073.000000T0000Z-220910T0600Z/
Inland New Hanover-
1005 PM EDT Fri Sep 9 2022
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM EDT
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown
Wilmington.
* WHEN...Until 2 AM EDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...The lowest portions of Battleship Road and USS North
Carolina Road observe minor coastal flooding of about one foot
in depth. In downtown Wilmington, several blocks of Water
Street observe shallow flooding from one half to one foot in
depth. The low-lying areas along River Road and adjacent
residential roads, south of River Road Park, will begin to
flood. Route 133 at Little Mallory Creek may begin to flood.
Check with local officials for any road closures or impacts.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Cape Fear River at Wilmington
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.5 ft, Moderate 6.8 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 0.8 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 5.3 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
09/10 PM 6.4 1.7 1.2 N/A Minor
10/10 AM 5.9 1.2 1.1 N/A Minor
10/11 PM 6.2 1.5 1.0 N/A Minor
11/11 AM 5.7 1.0 0.8 N/A Minor
11/11 PM 5.8 1.1 0.8 N/A Minor
12/12 PM 5.8 1.1 0.8 N/A Minor
&&
$$
9021 WHUS42 KILM 100600 CFWILM Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Wilmington NC 200 AM EDT Sat Sep 10 2022 NCZ107-100700- /O.EXP.KILM.CF.Y.0073.000000T0000Z-220910T0600Z/ Inland New Hanover- 200 AM EDT Sat Sep 10 2022 ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 2 AM EDT EARLY THIS MORNING... Water levels have dropped below minor coastal flood thresholds and as a result the Coastal Flood Advisory has been allowed to expire. $$ NCZ106-108-100900- /O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0016.220910T1000Z-220911T0000Z/ Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover- 200 AM EDT Sat Sep 10 2022 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT THIS MORNING THROUGH THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected. * WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties. * WHEN...From 6 AM EDT Saturday through Saturday evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$ 29
532
WHUS42 KILM 100630
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
230 AM EDT Sat Sep 10 2022
NCZ106-108-101430-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0074.220910T1000Z-220910T1400Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0016.220910T1000Z-220911T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
230 AM EDT Sat Sep 10 2022
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 10 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT THIS
MORNING THROUGH 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 High Rip Current Risk,
dangerous rip currents expected.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 6 AM to 10 AM EDT
this morning. For the High Rip Current Risk, from 6 AM EDT
this morning through 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.
* 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.
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
10/08 AM 6.2 1.7 1.2 4-5 Minor
10/08 PM 6.3 1.8 0.9 4 Minor
11/09 AM 6.0 1.5 0.8 3 Minor
11/09 PM 5.9 1.4 0.7 2 None
12/09 AM 5.8 1.3 0.6 2 None
12/10 PM 5.7 1.2 0.8 2 None
&&
$$
NCZ110-101400-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0074.220910T1000Z-220910T1400Z/
Coastal Brunswick-
230 AM EDT Sat Sep 10 2022
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 10 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Brunswick County.
* WHEN...From 6 AM to 10 AM EDT this morning.
* IMPACTS...Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal
Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal
flooding. Check with local officials for any road closures or
impacts.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
other factors.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Mercer Pier at Wrightsville Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 8.0 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
10/08 AM 6.2 1.7 1.2 4-5 Minor
10/08 PM 6.3 1.8 0.9 4 Minor
11/09 AM 6.0 1.5 0.8 3 Minor
11/09 PM 5.9 1.4 0.7 2 None
12/09 AM 5.8 1.3 0.6 2 None
12/10 PM 5.7 1.2 0.8 2 None
&&
$$
SCZ054-056-101400-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0074.220910T1100Z-220910T1400Z/
Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
230 AM EDT Sat Sep 10 2022
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 10 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties.
* WHEN...From 7 AM to 10 AM EDT this morning.
* 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.
* 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
10/08 AM 7.0 1.4 1.0 4 Minor
10/08 PM 7.4 1.8 0.8 3 Minor
11/09 AM 6.9 1.3 0.7 2 None
11/09 PM 7.0 1.4 0.6 2 Minor
12/10 AM 6.9 1.3 0.7 2 None
12/10 PM 6.8 1.2 0.8 2 None
&&
$$
NCZ107-101430-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0074.220910T1300Z-220910T1700Z/
Inland New Hanover-
230 AM EDT Sat Sep 10 2022
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THIS MORNING TO
1 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown
Wilmington.
* WHEN...From 9 AM this morning to 1 PM EDT this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Portions of Battleship Road and USS North Carolina
Road observe minor coastal flooding up to one half foot in
depth. In downtown Wilmington, a block of Water Street
observes minor flooding up to one quarter foot in depth.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
other factors.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Cape Fear River at Wilmington
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.5 ft, Moderate 6.8 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 0.8 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 5.3 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
10/11 AM 5.9 1.2 1.2 N/A Minor
10/11 PM 6.2 1.5 1.0 N/A Minor
11/11 AM 5.7 1.0 0.8 N/A Minor
11/11 PM 5.8 1.1 0.8 N/A Minor
12/12 PM 5.8 1.1 0.8 N/A Minor
13/12 AM 5.6 0.9 0.8 N/A Minor
&&
$$141
WHUS42 KILM 101401
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
1001 AM EDT Sat Sep 10 2022
NCZ106-108-102215-
/O.EXP.KILM.CF.Y.0074.000000T0000Z-220910T1400Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0016.000000T0000Z-220911T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
1001 AM EDT Sat Sep 10 2022
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 6 AM to 10 AM EDT
this morning. For the High Rip Current Risk, from 6 AM EDT
this morning through 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.
&&
$$
NCZ110-SCZ054-056-101515-
/O.EXP.KILM.CF.Y.0074.000000T0000Z-220910T1400Z/
Coastal Brunswick-Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
1001 AM EDT Sat Sep 10 2022
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...
$$
NCZ107-101700-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0074.000000T0000Z-220910T1700Z/
Inland New Hanover-
1001 AM EDT Sat Sep 10 2022
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...Up to one half 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 AM this morning to 1 PM EDT this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Portions of Battleship Road and USS North Carolina
Road observe minor coastal flooding up to one half foot in
depth. In downtown Wilmington, a block of Water Street
observes minor flooding up to one quarter foot in depth.
* 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
10/11 AM 5.9 1.2 1.2 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
13/12 AM 5.6 0.9 0.8 N/A Minor
&&
$$240
WHUS42 KILM 101910
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
310 PM EDT Sat Sep 10 2022
NCZ106-108-110300-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0075.220910T2300Z-220911T0300Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0016.000000T0000Z-220911T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
310 PM EDT Sat Sep 10 2022
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM TO 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 High Rip Current Risk,
dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 7 PM to 11 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.
* 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.
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
10/08 PM 6.6 2.1 1.2 3 Minor
11/09 AM 6.2 1.7 1.0 3 Minor
11/09 PM 6.2 1.7 1.0 2 Minor
12/09 AM 6.1 1.6 0.9 2 Minor
12/10 PM 5.7 1.2 0.8 2 None
13/10 AM 6.1 1.6 1.0 2 Minor
&&
$$
NCZ107-110530-
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Inland New Hanover-
310 PM EDT Sat Sep 10 2022
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO
2 AM EDT SUNDAY...
* 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 2 AM EDT Sunday.
* 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
10/11 PM 6.4 1.7 1.2 N/A Minor
11/11 AM 5.9 1.2 1.0 N/A Minor
12/12 AM 6.0 1.3 1.0 N/A Minor
12/12 PM 5.9 1.2 0.9 N/A Minor
13/12 AM 5.8 1.1 1.0 N/A Minor
13/01 PM 5.9 1.2 1.0 N/A Minor
&&
$$
NCZ110-110300-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0075.220910T2300Z-220911T0300Z/
Coastal Brunswick-
310 PM EDT Sat Sep 10 2022
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM TO 11 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Brunswick County.
* WHEN...From 7 PM to 11 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal
Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal
flooding. Check with local officials for any road closures or
impacts.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
other factors.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Mercer Pier at Wrightsville Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 8.0 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
10/08 PM 6.6 2.1 1.2 3 Minor
11/09 AM 6.2 1.7 1.0 3 Minor
11/09 PM 6.2 1.7 1.0 2 Minor
12/09 AM 6.1 1.6 0.9 2 Minor
12/10 PM 5.7 1.2 0.8 2 None
13/10 AM 6.1 1.6 1.0 2 Minor
&&
$$
SCZ054-056-110300-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0075.220910T2300Z-220911T0300Z/
Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
310 PM EDT Sat Sep 10 2022
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM TO 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 Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties.
* WHEN...From 7 PM to 11 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.
* 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
10/09 PM 7.5 1.9 1.1 2 Minor
11/09 AM 7.1 1.5 0.9 2 Minor
11/09 PM 7.2 1.6 0.8 2 Minor
12/10 AM 7.0 1.4 0.8 2 Minor
12/10 PM 6.8 1.2 0.8 2 None
13/10 AM 7.0 1.4 0.9 2 Minor
&&
$$155
WHUS42 KILM 102341
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
741 PM EDT Sat Sep 10 2022
NCZ106-108-110300-
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/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0075.000000T0000Z-220911T0300Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
741 PM EDT Sat Sep 10 2022
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK WILL EXPIRE AT 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties.
* WHEN...Until 11 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal
Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal
flooding. Check with local officials for any road closures or
impacts.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Mercer Pier at Wrightsville Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 8.0 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
10/08 PM 6.6 2.1 1.2 3 Minor
11/09 AM 6.2 1.7 1.0 3 Minor
11/09 PM 6.2 1.7 1.0 2 Minor
12/09 AM 6.1 1.6 0.9 2 Minor
12/10 PM 5.7 1.2 0.8 2-3 None
13/10 AM 6.1 1.6 1.0 2 Minor
&&
$$
NCZ107-110600-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0075.220911T0100Z-220911T0600Z/
Inland New Hanover-
741 PM EDT Sat Sep 10 2022
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM EDT
SUNDAY ALONG THE CAPE FEAR RIVER...
* 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 Sunday.
* 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
10/11 PM 6.4 1.7 1.2 N/A Minor
11/11 AM 5.9 1.2 1.0 N/A Minor
12/12 AM 6.0 1.3 1.0 N/A Minor
12/12 PM 5.9 1.2 0.9 N/A Minor
13/12 AM 5.8 1.1 1.0 N/A Minor
13/01 PM 5.9 1.2 1.0 N/A Minor
&&
$$
NCZ110-110300-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0075.000000T0000Z-220911T0300Z/
Coastal Brunswick-
741 PM EDT Sat Sep 10 2022
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Brunswick County.
* WHEN...Until 11 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal
Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal
flooding. Check with local officials for any road closures or
impacts.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Mercer Pier at Wrightsville Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 8.0 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
10/08 PM 6.6 2.1 1.2 3 Minor
11/09 AM 6.2 1.7 1.0 3 Minor
11/09 PM 6.2 1.7 1.0 2 Minor
12/09 AM 6.1 1.6 0.9 2 Minor
12/10 PM 5.7 1.2 0.8 2-3 None
13/10 AM 6.1 1.6 1.0 2 Minor
&&
$$
SCZ054-056-110300-
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Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
741 PM EDT Sat Sep 10 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 Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties.
* WHEN...Until 11 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.
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
10/09 PM 7.5 1.9 1.1 2 Minor
11/09 AM 7.1 1.5 0.9 2 Minor
11/09 PM 7.2 1.6 0.8 2 Minor
12/10 AM 7.0 1.4 0.8 2 Minor
12/10 PM 6.8 1.2 0.8 2 None
13/10 AM 7.0 1.4 0.9 2 Minor
&&
$$
9The office that day
Everything else NWS Wilmington, NC issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 8, 8:39 PM EDT | Coastal Flood Advisory | ILM | New Hanover | 2 hr |
| Sep 9, 3:32 AM EDT | Small Craft Advisory | ILM | 27 hr | |
| Sep 9, 10:48 AM EDT | Beach Hazards Statement | ILM | New Hanover, Pender | 9 hr |
| Sep 9, 2:34 PM EDT | Coastal Flood Advisory | ILM | Brunswick, New Hanover, Pender | 11 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.