Alert archive / North Carolina / Rip Current Statements in 2023
Rip Current Statement 17, NWS Wilmington, NC
NWS Wilmington, NC issued this rip current statement at Aug 28, 2023, 7:43 PM EDT for Brunswick County, New Hanover County, Pender County, North Carolina; Georgetown County, Horry County, South Carolina. It took effect at Aug 29, 2023, 6:00 AM EDT. It was in force for 61 hr.
The area
The counties it named.
The facts
- Issued
- Aug 28, 2023, 7:43 PM EDT (23:43 UTC)
- In effect from
- Aug 29, 2023, 6:00 AM EDT
- Expired
- Aug 31, 2023, 7:00 PM EDT
- In force
- 61 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Wilmington, NC
Counties Brunswick County, NC, New Hanover County, NC, Pender County, NC, Georgetown County, SC, Horry County, SC
The radar
The Wilmington radar (KLTX), 3 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 168 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
- 165 J/kg
- Mixed-layer CIN
- -54 J/kg
- Mixed-layer LCL
- 840 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 19 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- 18 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 44 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 0.0
- Supercell composite
- 0.0
The text
As transmitted.
621
WHUS42 KILM 282343
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
743 PM EDT Mon Aug 28 2023
NCZ107-290200-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0081.000000T0000Z-230829T0200Z/
Inland New Hanover-
743 PM EDT Mon Aug 28 2023
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EDT THIS
EVENING ALONG THE CAPE FEAR RIVER...
* WHAT...Up to one half 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 10 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...The lowest portions of USS North Carolina Road and
Battleship Road begin to observe minor coastal flooding. Water
begins to spread out of storm drains onto Water Street just
south of Market Street in downtown Wilmington.
* 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
28/08 PM 5.6 0.9 0.6 N/A Minor
29/08 AM 4.9 0.2 0.6 N/A None
29/10 PM 5.9 1.2 0.8 N/A Minor
30/10 AM 5.2 0.5 0.6 N/A None
30/10 PM 5.9 1.2 0.6 N/A Minor
31/10 AM 5.6 0.9 0.8 N/A Minor
&&
$$
NCZ106-108-SCZ054-056-290745-
/O.NEW.KILM.RP.S.0017.230829T1000Z-230830T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-Coastal Horry-
Coastal Georgetown-
743 PM EDT Mon Aug 28 2023
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT TUESDAY THROUGH
TUESDAY EVENING...
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected.
* WHERE...In North Carolina, Coastal Pender and Coastal New
Hanover Counties. In South Carolina, Coastal Horry and Coastal
Georgetown Counties.
* WHEN...From 6 AM EDT Tuesday through Tuesday evening.
* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
$$
916 follow-up statements
172 WHUS42 KILM 290246 CFWILM Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Wilmington NC 1046 PM EDT Mon Aug 28 2023 NCZ106-108-SCZ054-056-291600- /O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0017.230829T1000Z-230830T0000Z/ Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-Coastal Horry- Coastal Georgetown- 1046 PM EDT Mon Aug 28 2023 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT TUESDAY THROUGH TUESDAY 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 Tuesday through Tuesday 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. && $$ 9
229 WHUS42 KILM 290802 CFWILM Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Wilmington NC 402 AM EDT Tue Aug 29 2023 NCZ106-108-SCZ054-056-300000- /O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0017.230829T1000Z-230830T0000Z/ Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-Coastal Horry- Coastal Georgetown- 402 AM EDT Tue Aug 29 2023 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected. * WHERE...In North Carolina, Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties. In South Carolina, Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties. * WHEN...Through this evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$ 21
131 WHUS42 KILM 291525 CFWILM Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Wilmington NC 1125 AM EDT Tue Aug 29 2023 NCZ110-292330- /O.EXA.KILM.RP.S.0017.000000T0000Z-230830T0000Z/ Coastal Brunswick- 1125 AM EDT Tue Aug 29 2023 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Coastal Brunswick County. * 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. && $$ NCZ106-108-SCZ054-056-292330- /O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0017.000000T0000Z-230830T0000Z/ Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-Coastal Horry- Coastal Georgetown- 1125 AM EDT Tue Aug 29 2023 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...In North Carolina, Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties. In South Carolina, Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$ DCH
968
WHUS42 KILM 291817
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
217 PM EDT Tue Aug 29 2023
NCZ106-108-110-300100-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0082.230829T2200Z-230830T0100Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0017.000000T0000Z-230830T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-Coastal Brunswick-
217 PM EDT Tue Aug 29 2023
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM TO 9 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
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.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender, Coastal New Hanover and Coastal
Brunswick Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, until 8 PM EDT this
evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 6 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. 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
29/07 PM 6.0 1.5 0.4 4 Minor
30/07 AM 5.1 0.6 0.4 3-4 None
30/08 PM 6.1 1.6 0.4 3 Minor
31/08 AM 5.5 1.0 0.5 5-7 None
31/08 PM 6.4 1.9 0.8 6 Minor
01/09 AM 6.5 2.0 1.3 4-5 Minor
&&
$$
SCZ054-056-300100-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0082.230829T2200Z-230830T0100Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0017.000000T0000Z-230830T0000Z/
Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
217 PM EDT Tue Aug 29 2023
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM TO 9 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
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.
* WHERE...Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, until 8 PM EDT this
evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 6 PM to 9 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. 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
29/07 PM 7.1 1.5 0.4 3 Minor
30/07 AM 6.1 0.5 0.4 2-3 None
30/08 PM 7.5 1.9 0.6 2-3 Minor
31/08 AM 6.5 0.9 0.4 6-7 None
31/09 PM 7.1 1.5 0.2 4 Minor
01/09 AM 7.2 1.6 0.9 3 Minor
&&
$$
NCZ107-300100-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0082.230829T2300Z-230830T0400Z/
Inland New Hanover-
217 PM EDT Tue Aug 29 2023
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO
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...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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
29/09 PM 6.0 1.3 0.8 N/A Minor
30/10 AM 5.4 0.7 0.8 N/A None
30/10 PM 6.2 1.5 0.9 N/A Minor
31/10 AM 5.8 1.1 1.0 N/A Minor
31/11 PM 6.0 1.3 0.7 N/A Minor
01/11 AM 6.2 1.5 1.2 N/A Minor
&&
$$
lew258
WHUS42 KILM 292345
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
745 PM EDT Tue Aug 29 2023
NCZ106-108-110-300745-
/O.EXT.KILM.RP.S.0017.000000T0000Z-230901T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0082.000000T0000Z-230830T0100Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-Coastal Brunswick-
745 PM EDT Tue Aug 29 2023
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of
inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender, Coastal New Hanover and Coastal
Brunswick Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, through Thursday
evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, 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. 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
29/07 PM 6.0 1.5 0.4 4 Minor
30/07 AM 5.1 0.6 0.4 3-4 None
30/08 PM 6.1 1.6 0.4 3 Minor
31/08 AM 5.5 1.0 0.5 5-7 None
31/08 PM 6.4 1.9 0.8 6 Minor
01/09 AM 6.5 2.0 1.3 4-5 Minor
&&
$$
SCZ054-056-300745-
/O.EXT.KILM.RP.S.0017.000000T0000Z-230901T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0082.000000T0000Z-230830T0100Z/
Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
745 PM EDT Tue Aug 29 2023
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of
inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, through Thursday
evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, 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. 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
29/07 PM 7.1 1.5 0.4 3 Minor
30/07 AM 6.1 0.5 0.4 2-3 None
30/08 PM 7.5 1.9 0.6 2-4 Minor
31/08 AM 6.5 0.9 0.4 6-7 None
31/09 PM 7.1 1.5 0.2 4 Minor
01/09 AM 7.2 1.6 0.9 3 Minor
&&
$$
NCZ107-300400-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0082.000000T0000Z-230830T0400Z/
Inland New Hanover-
745 PM EDT Tue Aug 29 2023
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EDT
TONIGHT...
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown
Wilmington.
* WHEN...Until midnight EDT tonight.
* IMPACTS...Portions of Battleship Road and USS North Carolina
Road observe minor coastal flooding up to one foot in depth.
In downtown Wilmington, sections of Water Street observe minor
flooding up to one half foot in depth. Check with local
officials for any road closures or impacts.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Cape Fear River at Wilmington
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.5 ft, Moderate 6.8 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 0.8 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 5.3 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
29/09 PM 6.0 1.3 0.8 N/A Minor
30/10 AM 5.4 0.7 0.8 N/A None
30/10 PM 6.2 1.5 0.9 N/A Minor
31/10 AM 5.8 1.1 1.0 N/A Minor
31/11 PM 6.0 1.3 0.7 N/A Minor
01/11 AM 6.2 1.5 1.2 N/A Minor
&&
$$128
WHUS42 KILM 300034
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
834 PM EDT Tue Aug 29 2023
NCZ106-108-110-300845-
/O.EXP.KILM.CF.Y.0082.000000T0000Z-230830T0100Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0017.000000T0000Z-230901T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-Coastal Brunswick-
834 PM EDT Tue Aug 29 2023
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 9 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender, Coastal New Hanover and Coastal
Brunswick Counties.
* WHEN...Through Thursday 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.
&&
$$
SCZ054-056-300845-
/O.EXP.KILM.CF.Y.0082.000000T0000Z-230830T0100Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0017.000000T0000Z-230901T0000Z/
Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
834 PM EDT Tue Aug 29 2023
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 9 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties.
* WHEN...Through Thursday evening.
* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
$$
NCZ107-300400-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0082.000000T0000Z-230830T0400Z/
Inland New Hanover-
834 PM EDT Tue Aug 29 2023
...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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
29/09 PM 6.0 1.3 0.8 N/A Minor
30/10 AM 5.4 0.7 0.8 N/A None
30/10 PM 6.2 1.5 0.9 N/A Minor
31/10 AM 5.8 1.1 1.0 N/A Minor
31/11 PM 6.0 1.3 0.7 N/A Minor
01/11 AM 6.2 1.5 1.2 N/A Minor
&&
$$645 WHUS42 KILM 300327 CFWILM Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Wilmington NC 1127 PM EDT Tue Aug 29 2023 NCZ107-300430- /O.CAN.KILM.CF.Y.0082.000000T0000Z-230830T0400Z/ Inland New Hanover- 1127 PM EDT Tue Aug 29 2023 ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... Water levels have dropped below minor flooding levels. $$ NCZ106-108-110-SCZ054-056-300930- /O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0017.000000T0000Z-230901T0000Z/ Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-Coastal Brunswick- Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown- 1127 PM EDT Tue Aug 29 2023 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...In North Carolina, Coastal Pender, Coastal New Hanover and Coastal Brunswick Counties. In South Carolina, Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties. * WHEN...Through Thursday 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. && $$
970 WHUS42 KILM 300724 CFWILM Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Wilmington NC 324 AM EDT Wed Aug 30 2023 NCZ106-108-110-SCZ054-056-310000- /O.NEW.KILM.SU.Y.0006.230831T0000Z-230901T0000Z/ /O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0017.000000T0000Z-230901T0000Z/ Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-Coastal Brunswick- Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown- 324 AM EDT Wed Aug 30 2023 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING... ...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 8 PM EDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5 to 8 feet expected in the surf zone, mainly Wednesday evening through Thursday. * WHERE...In North Carolina, Coastal Pender, Coastal New Hanover and Coastal Brunswick Counties. In South Carolina, Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties. * WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, through Thursday evening. For the High Surf Advisory, from 8 PM this evening to 8 PM EDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions. Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$ 21
899
WHUS42 KILM 300908
CFWILM
URGENT - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
508 AM EDT Wed Aug 30 2023
SCZ054-056-302100-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.W.0001.230830T2100Z-230831T0300Z/
/O.CON.KILM.SU.Y.0006.230831T0000Z-230901T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0017.000000T0000Z-230901T0000Z/
Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
508 AM EDT Wed Aug 30 2023
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
11 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO
8 PM EDT THURSDAY...
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
For the Coastal Flood Warning, one to two feet of inundation
above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines
and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory, large
breaking waves of 6 to 9 feet expected in the surf zone.
* WHERE...Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, through Thursday
evening. For the Coastal Flood Warning, from 5 PM this
afternoon to 11 PM EDT this evening. For the High Surf
Advisory, from 8 PM this evening to 8 PM EDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Causeways to and from local beaches will experience
moderate coastal flooding and become impassable. Low-lying roads
and locations along the Intracoastal Waterway and adjacent tidal
creeks will observe moderate coastal flooding. Roadways and
structures adjacent to ocean swashes may be impacted. Check with
local officials for the latest information regarding coastal
flood impacts and closures. Dangerous swimming and surfing
conditions and localized beach erosion.
* 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...
Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If
travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through
water of unknown depth.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
&&
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
30/07 AM 6.3 0.7 0.6 2 None
30/08 PM 8.7 3.1 1.8 3-5 Moderate
31/08 AM 5.5 -0.1 -0.6 5-7 None
31/09 PM 7.6 2.0 0.7 3 Minor
01/09 AM 7.5 1.9 1.2 3 Minor
01/09 PM 7.9 2.3 1.3 2-3 Minor
&&
$$
NCZ106-108-110-302100-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0083.230830T2200Z-230831T0200Z/
/O.CON.KILM.SU.Y.0006.230831T0000Z-230901T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0017.000000T0000Z-230901T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-Coastal Brunswick-
508 AM EDT Wed Aug 30 2023
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM TO 10 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO
8 PM EDT THURSDAY...
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
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 Surf Advisory,
large breaking waves of 6 to 9 feet expected in the surf zone.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender, Coastal New Hanover and Coastal
Brunswick Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, through Thursday
evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 6 PM to 10 PM
EDT this evening. For the High Surf Advisory, from 8 PM this
evening to 8 PM EDT Thursday.
* 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. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized
beach erosion.
* 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.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
&&
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
30/07 AM 5.1 0.6 0.4 3 None
30/08 PM 6.3 1.8 0.6 3-4 Minor
31/08 AM 6.2 1.7 1.2 6-7 Minor
31/09 PM 6.1 1.6 0.6 4-5 Minor
01/09 AM 6.4 1.9 1.2 4 Minor
01/09 PM 6.4 1.9 1.0 4 Minor
&&
$$
NCZ107-109-302100-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0083.230831T0000Z-230831T0500Z/
Inland New Hanover-Inland Brunswick-
508 AM EDT Wed Aug 30 2023
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO
1 AM EDT THURSDAY...
* WHAT...One to two feet of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown
Wilmington and Inland Brunswick Counties.
* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 1 AM EDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Portions of Battleship Road and USS North Carolina
Road may become impassable. In downtown Wilmington, flooding
expands on Water Street from Orange Street to Red Cross
Street. The lowest portions of Water Street between Princess
and Orange Streets may become impassable. Flooding worsens on
the lowest spots of River Road and adjacent residential roads,
south of River Road Park. Route 133 at Little Mallory Creek
may be flooded. Highway 421 Truck near Carolina Beach Road
begins 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
30/09 AM 5.4 0.7 0.9 N/A None
30/10 PM 6.5 1.8 1.2 N/A Minor
31/10 AM 5.8 1.1 1.0 N/A Minor
31/11 PM 6.2 1.5 0.9 N/A Minor
01/11 AM 5.8 1.1 0.8 N/A Minor
02/12 AM 6.5 1.8 1.3 N/A Minor
&&
$$
19717
WHUS42 KILM 301945
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
345 PM EDT Wed Aug 30 2023
SCZ054-056-310600-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.W.0001.230830T2100Z-230831T0300Z/
/O.CON.KILM.SU.Y.0006.230831T0000Z-230901T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0017.000000T0000Z-230901T0000Z/
Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
345 PM EDT Wed Aug 30 2023
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO
8 PM EDT THURSDAY...
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
For the Coastal Flood Warning, one to two feet of inundation
above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines
and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory, large
breaking waves of 6 to 9 feet expected in the surf zone.
* WHERE...Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, through Thursday
evening. For the Coastal Flood Warning, from 5 PM this
afternoon to 11 PM EDT this evening. For the High Surf
Advisory, from 8 PM this evening to 8 PM EDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Causeways to and from local beaches will experience
moderate coastal flooding and become impassable. Low-lying
roads and locations along the Intracoastal Waterway and
adjacent tidal creeks will observe moderate coastal flooding.
Roadways and structures adjacent to ocean swashes may be
impacted. Check with local officials for the latest
information regarding coastal flood impacts and closures.
Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach
erosion.
* 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...
Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If
travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through
water of unknown depth.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
30/08 PM 8.5 2.9 1.6 3-6 Moderate
31/08 AM 5.9 0.3 -0.2 5-6 None
31/09 PM 8.1 2.5 1.2 3 Minor
01/09 AM 7.5 1.9 1.2 3-4 Minor
01/09 PM 7.9 2.3 1.3 2-3 Minor
02/10 AM 7.6 2.0 1.2 3 Minor
&&
$$
NCZ106-108-110-310600-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0083.230830T2200Z-230831T0200Z/
/O.CON.KILM.SU.Y.0006.230831T0000Z-230901T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0017.000000T0000Z-230901T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-Coastal Brunswick-
345 PM EDT Wed Aug 30 2023
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO
8 PM EDT THURSDAY...
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
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 Surf Advisory,
large breaking waves of 6 to 9 feet expected in the surf zone.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender, Coastal New Hanover and Coastal
Brunswick Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, through Thursday
evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 6 PM to 10 PM
EDT this evening. For the High Surf Advisory, from 8 PM this
evening to 8 PM EDT Thursday.
* 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. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and
localized beach erosion.
* 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.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
30/08 PM 6.5 2.0 0.8 3-4 Minor
31/08 AM 5.6 1.1 0.6 7 None
31/08 PM 6.5 2.0 0.9 4-5 Minor
01/09 AM 6.3 1.8 1.1 5 Minor
01/09 PM 6.4 1.9 1.0 4 Minor
02/10 AM 6.1 1.6 0.8 4 Minor
&&
$$
NCZ107-109-310500-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0083.230831T0000Z-230831T0500Z/
Inland New Hanover-Inland Brunswick-
345 PM EDT Wed Aug 30 2023
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS
EVENING TO 1 AM EDT THURSDAY...
* WHAT...One to two feet of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown
Wilmington and Inland Brunswick Counties.
* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 1 AM EDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Portions of Battleship Road and USS North Carolina
Road may become impassable. In downtown Wilmington, flooding
expands on Water Street from Orange Street to Red Cross
Street. The lowest portions of Water Street between Princess
and Orange Streets may become impassable. Flooding worsens on
the lowest spots of River Road and adjacent residential roads,
south of River Road Park. Route 133 at Little Mallory Creek
may be flooded. Highway 421 Truck near Carolina Beach Road
begins 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
30/10 PM 6.7 2.0 1.4 N/A Minor
31/10 AM 5.4 0.7 0.6 N/A None
31/11 PM 6.5 1.8 1.2 N/A Minor
01/11 AM 6.4 1.7 1.4 N/A Minor
02/12 AM 6.6 1.9 1.4 N/A Minor
02/12 PM 6.3 1.6 1.2 N/A Minor
&&
$$558
WHUS42 KILM 310200
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
1000 PM EDT Wed Aug 30 2023
SCZ054-056-311000-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.W.0001.000000T0000Z-230831T0300Z/
/O.CON.KILM.SU.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-230901T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0017.000000T0000Z-230901T0000Z/
Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
1000 PM EDT Wed Aug 30 2023
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THURSDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY
EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, 1 to 2 feet of inundation
above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of
6 to 9 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk,
dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Warning, until 11 PM EDT this
evening. For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 PM EDT Thursday.
For the High Rip Current Risk, through Thursday evening.
* IMPACTS...Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
will be inundated. Some shoreline erosion will occur.
Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach
erosion. 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...
Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If
travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through
water of unknown depth.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
31/08 AM 5.9 0.3 -0.2 5-6 None
31/09 PM 8.1 2.5 1.2 2-3 Minor
01/09 AM 7.5 1.9 1.2 2-3 Minor
01/09 PM 7.9 2.3 1.3 2-3 Minor
02/10 AM 7.6 2.0 1.2 3 Minor
&&
$$
NCZ106-108-110-311000-
/O.EXT.KILM.CF.Y.0083.000000T0000Z-230831T0300Z/
/O.CON.KILM.SU.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-230901T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0017.000000T0000Z-230901T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-Coastal Brunswick-
1000 PM EDT Wed Aug 30 2023
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THURSDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY
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 Surf Advisory, large breaking
waves of 7 to 10 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip
Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender, Coastal New Hanover and Coastal
Brunswick Counties.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 11 PM EDT this
evening. For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 PM EDT Thursday.
For the High Rip Current Risk, through Thursday evening.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only
isolated road closures expected. Dangerous swimming and
surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. 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.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
31/08 AM 5.6 1.1 0.6 7 None
31/08 PM 6.5 2.0 0.9 4-5 Minor
01/09 AM 6.3 1.8 1.1 4 Minor
01/09 PM 6.4 1.9 1.0 4 Minor
02/10 AM 6.1 1.6 0.8 4 Minor
&&
$$
NCZ107-109-310500-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0083.000000T0000Z-230831T0500Z/
Inland New Hanover-Inland Brunswick-
1000 PM EDT Wed Aug 30 2023
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EDT
THURSDAY...
* WHAT...One to two feet of inundation above ground level in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown
Wilmington and Inland Brunswick Counties.
* WHEN...Until 1 AM EDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Portions of Battleship Road and USS North Carolina
Road may become impassable. In downtown Wilmington, flooding
expands on Water Street from Orange Street to Red Cross
Street. The lowest portions of Water Street between Princess
and Orange Streets may become impassable. Flooding worsens on
the lowest spots of River Road and adjacent residential roads,
south of River Road Park. Route 133 at Little Mallory Creek
may be flooded. Highway 421 Truck near Carolina Beach Road
begins 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
30/10 PM 6.7 2.0 1.4 N/A Minor
31/10 AM 5.4 0.7 0.6 N/A None
31/11 PM 6.5 1.8 1.2 N/A Minor
01/11 AM 6.4 1.7 1.4 N/A Minor
02/12 AM 6.6 1.9 1.4 N/A Minor
02/12 PM 6.3 1.6 1.2 N/A Minor
&&
$$625
WHUS42 KILM 310309
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
1109 PM EDT Wed Aug 30 2023
SCZ054-056-310500-
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/O.CON.KILM.SU.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-230901T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0017.000000T0000Z-230901T0000Z/
Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
1109 PM EDT Wed Aug 30 2023
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THURSDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING HAS EXPIRED...
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 6
to 9 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk,
dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 PM EDT Thursday.
For the High Rip Current Risk, through Thursday evening.
* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and
localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best
swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
$$
NCZ106-108-110-310500-
/O.EXP.KILM.CF.Y.0083.000000T0000Z-230831T0300Z/
/O.CON.KILM.SU.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-230901T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0017.000000T0000Z-230901T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-Coastal Brunswick-
1109 PM EDT Wed Aug 30 2023
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THURSDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 7
to 10 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk,
dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender, Coastal New Hanover and Coastal
Brunswick Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 PM EDT Thursday.
For the High Rip Current Risk, through Thursday evening.
* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and
localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best
swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
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.
&&
$$
NCZ107-109-310500-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0083.000000T0000Z-230831T0500Z/
Inland New Hanover-Inland Brunswick-
1109 PM EDT Wed Aug 30 2023
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EDT
THURSDAY...
* WHAT...One to two feet of inundation above ground level in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown
Wilmington and Inland Brunswick Counties.
* WHEN...Until 1 AM EDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Portions of Battleship Road and USS North Carolina
Road may become impassable. In downtown Wilmington, flooding
expands on Water Street from Orange Street to Red Cross
Street. The lowest portions of Water Street between Princess
and Orange Streets may become impassable. Flooding worsens on
the lowest spots of River Road and adjacent residential roads,
south of River Road Park. Route 133 at Little Mallory Creek
may be flooded. Highway 421 Truck near Carolina Beach Road
begins to flood. Check with local officials for any road
closures or impacts.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
other factors.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Cape Fear River at Wilmington
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.5 ft, Moderate 6.8 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 0.8 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 5.3 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
31/10 AM 5.4 0.7 0.6 N/A None
31/11 PM 6.5 1.8 1.2 N/A Minor
01/11 AM 6.4 1.7 1.4 N/A Minor
02/12 AM 6.6 1.9 1.4 N/A Minor
02/12 PM 6.3 1.6 1.2 N/A Minor
&&
$$
19531
WHUS42 KILM 310458
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
1258 AM EDT Thu Aug 31 2023
NCZ107-311400-
/O.EXP.KILM.CF.Y.0083.000000T0000Z-230831T0500Z/
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0084.230831T1300Z-230831T1600Z/
Inland New Hanover-
1258 AM EDT Thu Aug 31 2023
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THIS MORNING TO
NOON EDT TODAY...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 1 AM EDT EARLY THIS
MORNING...
* 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 AM this morning to noon EDT today.
* 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
31/10 AM 6.0 1.3 1.2 N/A Minor
31/11 PM 6.7 2.0 1.4 N/A Minor
01/11 AM 6.4 1.7 1.4 N/A Minor
02/12 AM 6.7 2.0 1.5 N/A Minor
02/12 PM 6.5 1.8 1.4 N/A Minor
&&
$$
NCZ109-310600-
/O.EXP.KILM.CF.Y.0083.000000T0000Z-230831T0500Z/
Inland Brunswick-
1258 AM EDT Thu Aug 31 2023
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 1 AM EDT EARLY THIS
MORNING...
Water levels have dropped below minor flood stage.
$$
NCZ106-108-311400-
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/O.CON.KILM.SU.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-230901T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0017.000000T0000Z-230901T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
1258 AM EDT Thu Aug 31 2023
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 10 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 8
to 11 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk,
dangerous rip currents. 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.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 PM EDT this
evening. For the High Rip Current Risk, through this evening.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, 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. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and
localized beach erosion. 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.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
31/08 AM 6.2 1.7 1.2 7 Minor
31/08 PM 6.5 2.0 0.9 4-5 Minor
01/09 AM 6.4 1.9 1.2 4 Minor
01/09 PM 6.6 2.1 1.2 4 Minor
02/10 AM 6.3 1.8 1.0 4 Minor
02/10 PM 6.0 1.5 0.9 4 Minor
&&
$$
NCZ110-SCZ054-056-311400-
/O.CON.KILM.SU.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-230901T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0017.000000T0000Z-230901T0000Z/
Coastal Brunswick-Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
1258 AM EDT Thu Aug 31 2023
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 6
to 9 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk,
dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...In North Carolina, Coastal Brunswick County. In South
Carolina, Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 PM EDT this
evening. For the High Rip Current Risk, through this evening.
* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and
localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best
swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
$$161
WHUS42 KILM 311328
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
928 AM EDT Thu Aug 31 2023
NCZ106-108-312130-
/O.CAN.KILM.CF.Y.0084.000000T0000Z-230831T1400Z/
/O.CAN.KILM.SU.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-230901T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0017.000000T0000Z-230901T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
928 AM EDT Thu Aug 31 2023
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...
* WHAT...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.
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.
&&
$$
NCZ110-SCZ054-056-312130-
/O.CAN.KILM.SU.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-230901T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0017.000000T0000Z-230901T0000Z/
Coastal Brunswick-Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
928 AM EDT Thu Aug 31 2023
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...In North Carolina, Coastal Brunswick County. In South
Carolina, Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
$$
NCZ107-311600-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0084.000000T0000Z-230831T1600Z/
Inland New Hanover-
928 AM EDT Thu Aug 31 2023
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EDT
TODAY...
* 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 noon EDT today.
* 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
31/10 AM 6.0 1.3 1.2 N/A Minor
31/11 PM 6.7 2.0 1.4 N/A Minor
01/11 AM 6.4 1.7 1.4 N/A Minor
02/12 AM 6.7 2.0 1.5 N/A Minor
02/12 PM 6.5 1.8 1.4 N/A Minor
03/01 AM 6.3 1.6 1.4 N/A Minor
&&
$$556 WHUS42 KILM 311540 CFWILM Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Wilmington NC 1140 AM EDT Thu Aug 31 2023 NCZ107-311645- /O.CAN.KILM.CF.Y.0084.000000T0000Z-230831T1600Z/ Inland New Hanover- 1140 AM EDT Thu Aug 31 2023 ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... $$ NCZ106-108-110-SCZ054-056-312345- /O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0017.000000T0000Z-230901T0000Z/ Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-Coastal Brunswick- Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown- 1140 AM EDT Thu Aug 31 2023 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...In North Carolina, Coastal Pender, Coastal New Hanover and Coastal Brunswick Counties. In South Carolina, 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. && $$
610
WHUS42 KILM 311834
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
234 PM EDT Thu Aug 31 2023
NCZ106-108-110-010245-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0085.230831T2300Z-230901T0300Z/
/O.EXT.KILM.RP.S.0017.000000T0000Z-230831T2300Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-Coastal Brunswick-
234 PM EDT Thu Aug 31 2023
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM TO 11 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
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.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender, Coastal New Hanover and Coastal
Brunswick Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, until 7 PM EDT this
evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, 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. 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
31/09 PM 6.4 1.9 0.9 4 Minor
01/09 AM 6.3 1.8 1.1 3-4 Minor
01/09 PM 6.4 1.9 1.0 4 Minor
02/10 AM 6.1 1.6 0.8 4 Minor
02/10 PM 5.9 1.4 0.8 3 None
03/11 AM 5.9 1.4 0.6 3 None
&&
$$
SCZ054-056-010245-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0085.230831T2300Z-230901T0300Z/
/O.EXT.KILM.RP.S.0017.000000T0000Z-230831T2300Z/
Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
234 PM EDT Thu Aug 31 2023
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM TO 11 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
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.
* WHERE...Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, until 7 PM EDT this
evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 7 PM to 11 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. 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
31/09 PM 7.3 1.7 0.4 2 Minor
01/09 AM 7.2 1.6 0.9 3 Minor
01/09 PM 7.6 2.0 1.0 2-3 Minor
02/10 AM 7.2 1.6 0.8 3 Minor
02/10 PM 6.9 1.3 0.7 2-3 None
03/11 AM 7.0 1.4 0.7 2-3 Minor
&&
$$
NCZ107-010245-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0085.230901T0100Z-230901T0600Z/
Inland New Hanover-
234 PM EDT Thu Aug 31 2023
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO
2 AM EDT FRIDAY...
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown
Wilmington.
* WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 2 AM EDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Portions of Battleship Road and USS North Carolina
Road observe minor coastal flooding up to one half foot in
depth. In downtown Wilmington, a block of Water Street
observes minor flooding up to one quarter foot in depth.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
other factors.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Cape Fear River at Wilmington
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.5 ft, Moderate 6.8 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 0.8 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 5.3 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
31/11 PM 5.9 1.2 0.6 N/A Minor
01/11 AM 6.1 1.4 1.1 N/A Minor
02/12 AM 6.3 1.6 1.1 N/A Minor
02/12 PM 6.1 1.4 1.0 N/A Minor
03/01 AM 5.9 1.2 1.0 N/A Minor
&&
$$The office that day
Everything else NWS Wilmington, NC issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 28, 2:56 PM EDT | Coastal Flood Advisory | ILM | New Hanover | 7 hr |
| Aug 27, 11:20 PM EDT | Areal Flood Advisory | ILM | Darlington, Dillon, Florence, Marion, Marlboro | 115 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.