Alert archive / North Carolina / Rip Current Statements in 2023
Rip Current Statement 5, NWS Wilmington, NC
NWS Wilmington, NC issued this rip current statement at May 18, 2023, 7:59 PM EDT for New Hanover County, Pender County, North Carolina. It took effect at May 19, 2023, 6:00 AM EDT. It was in force for 14 hr.
The area
The counties it named.
The facts
- Issued
- May 18, 2023, 7:59 PM EDT (23:59 UTC)
- In effect from
- May 19, 2023, 6:00 AM EDT
- Expired
- May 19, 2023, 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 00:01 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.
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The nearest sounding before it
Newport, NC (KMHX), launched 12:00Z, 12.0 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
- 1066 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 16 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- 21 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 135 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 0.0
- Supercell composite
- 0.0
The text
As transmitted.
696
WHUS42 KILM 182359
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
759 PM EDT Thu May 18 2023
NCZ106-108-190900-
/O.EXP.KILM.RP.S.0004.000000T0000Z-230519T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KILM.RP.S.0005.230519T1000Z-230520T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0037.000000T0000Z-230519T0100Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
759 PM EDT Thu May 18 2023
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT FRIDAY THROUGH
FRIDAY EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of
inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Rip Current Risk,
dangerous rip currents expected.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 9 PM EDT this
evening. For the High Rip Current Risk, from 6 AM EDT Friday
through Friday evening.
* IMPACTS...Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal
Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal
flooding. Check with local officials for any road closures or
impacts. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water.
* 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.
There will also be a strong north to south longshore current on
Friday at the beaches.
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
18/07 PM 6.2 1.7 1.1 6 Minor
19/08 AM 5.2 0.7 1.3 5-6 None
19/08 PM 5.4 0.9 0.4 4 None
20/09 AM 4.2 -0.3 0.4 3 None
20/09 PM 5.4 0.9 0.5 3 None
21/09 AM 4.0 -0.5 0.4 2 None
&&
$$
NCZ110-190100-
/O.EXP.KILM.BH.S.0012.000000T0000Z-230519T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0037.000000T0000Z-230519T0100Z/
Coastal Brunswick-
759 PM EDT Thu May 18 2023
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level in
low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Brunswick County.
* WHEN...Until 9 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal
Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal
flooding. Check with local officials for any road closures or
impacts.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
other factors.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Mercer Pier at Wrightsville Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 8.0 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
18/07 PM 6.2 1.7 1.1 6 Minor
19/08 AM 5.2 0.7 1.3 5-6 None
19/08 PM 5.4 0.9 0.4 4 None
20/09 AM 4.2 -0.3 0.4 3 None
20/09 PM 5.4 0.9 0.5 3 None
21/09 AM 4.0 -0.5 0.4 2 None
&&
$$
SCZ054-190200-
/O.EXP.KILM.BH.S.0012.000000T0000Z-230519T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0037.000000T0000Z-230519T0200Z/
Coastal Horry-
759 PM EDT Thu May 18 2023
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 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 County.
* WHEN...Until 10 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
18/08 PM 7.6 2.0 1.4 5 Minor
19/08 AM 5.8 0.2 0.8 4 None
19/08 PM 6.6 1.0 0.4 3 None
20/09 AM 5.3 -0.3 0.5 2 None
20/09 PM 6.5 0.9 0.5 2 None
21/09 AM 4.9 -0.7 0.3 2 None
&&
$$
SCZ056-190200-
/O.EXP.KILM.RP.S.0004.000000T0000Z-230519T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0037.000000T0000Z-230519T0200Z/
Coastal Georgetown-
759 PM EDT Thu May 18 2023
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Georgetown County.
* WHEN...Until 10 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Vulnerable causeways to and from local beaches will
experience minor coastal flooding. Low-lying roads and
locations along the Intracoastal Waterway and adjacent tidal
creeks will observe minor coastal flooding. Check with local
officials for the latest information regarding coastal flood
impacts and closures.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
other factors.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Springmaid Pier at Myrtle Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 8.5 ft, Major 10.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.4 ft, Moderate 2.9 ft, Major 4.9 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
18/08 PM 7.6 2.0 1.4 5 Minor
19/08 AM 5.8 0.2 0.8 4 None
19/08 PM 6.6 1.0 0.4 3 None
20/09 AM 5.3 -0.3 0.5 2 None
20/09 PM 6.5 0.9 0.5 2 None
21/09 AM 4.9 -0.7 0.3 2 None
&&
$$
NCZ107-190400-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0037.230519T0000Z-230519T0400Z/
Inland New Hanover-
759 PM EDT Thu May 18 2023
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EDT
TONIGHT...
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown
Wilmington.
* WHEN...Until midnight EDT tonight.
* IMPACTS...Portions of Battleship Road and USS North Carolina
Road observe minor coastal flooding up to one foot in depth.
In downtown Wilmington, sections of Water Street observe minor
flooding up to one half foot in depth. Check with local
officials for any road closures or impacts.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
other factors.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Cape Fear River at Wilmington
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.5 ft, Moderate 6.8 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 0.8 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 5.3 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
18/10 PM 6.0 1.3 0.7 N/A Minor
19/10 AM 5.1 0.4 0.8 N/A None
19/10 PM 5.5 0.8 0.4 N/A Minor
20/11 AM 4.5 -0.2 0.3 N/A None
20/11 PM 5.4 0.7 0.3 N/A None
21/12 PM 4.3 -0.4 0.3 N/A None
&&
$$
96 follow-up statements
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WHUS42 KILM 190105
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
905 PM EDT Thu May 18 2023
SCZ054-056-190215-
/O.CAN.KILM.CF.Y.0037.000000T0000Z-230519T0200Z/
Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
905 PM EDT Thu May 18 2023
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...
Water levels have dropped below minor flood stage, therefore, the
advisory has been cancelled.
$$
NCZ106-108-190400-
/O.EXP.KILM.CF.Y.0037.000000T0000Z-230519T0100Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0005.230519T1000Z-230520T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
905 PM EDT Thu May 18 2023
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT FRIDAY
THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties.
* WHEN...From 6 AM EDT Friday through Friday evening.
* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
$$
NCZ110-190215-
/O.EXP.KILM.CF.Y.0037.000000T0000Z-230519T0100Z/
Coastal Brunswick-
905 PM EDT Thu May 18 2023
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...
Water levels have dropped below minor flood stage, therefore, the
advisory has been cancelled.
$$
NCZ107-190400-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0037.000000T0000Z-230519T0400Z/
Inland New Hanover-
905 PM EDT Thu May 18 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.
* 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
18/10 PM 6.0 1.3 0.7 N/A Minor
19/10 AM 5.1 0.4 0.8 N/A None
19/10 PM 5.5 0.8 0.4 N/A Minor
20/11 AM 4.5 -0.2 0.3 N/A None
20/11 PM 5.4 0.7 0.3 N/A None
21/12 PM 4.3 -0.4 0.3 N/A None
&&
$$
19262 WHUS42 KILM 190351 CFWILM Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Wilmington NC 1151 PM EDT Thu May 18 2023 NCZ107-190500- /O.EXP.KILM.CF.Y.0037.000000T0000Z-230519T0400Z/ Inland New Hanover- 1151 PM EDT Thu May 18 2023 ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT MIDNIGHT EDT TONIGHT... $$ NCZ106-108-191200- /O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0005.230519T1000Z-230520T0000Z/ Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover- 1151 PM EDT Thu May 18 2023 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT FRIDAY THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected. * WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties. * WHEN...From 6 AM EDT Friday through Friday evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$
061 WHUS42 KILM 190832 CFWILM Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Wilmington NC 432 AM EDT Fri May 19 2023 NCZ106-108-192000- /O.NEW.KILM.BH.S.0013.230519T1000Z-230520T0000Z/ /O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0005.230519T1000Z-230520T0000Z/ Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover- 432 AM EDT Fri May 19 2023 ...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING... ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING... * WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, Strong north to south longshore current. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents expected. * WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties. * WHEN...Through this evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. Longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other hazardous areas. It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making it difficult to return to shore. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may be swept into. && $$
974 WHUS42 KILM 191744 CFWILM Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Wilmington NC 144 PM EDT Fri May 19 2023 NCZ106-108-200000- /O.CON.KILM.BH.S.0013.000000T0000Z-230520T0000Z/ /O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0005.000000T0000Z-230520T0000Z/ Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover- 144 PM EDT Fri May 19 2023 ...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, Strong north to south longshore current. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. Longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other hazardous areas. It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making it difficult to return to shore. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may be swept into. && $$ IGB
325
WHUS42 KILM 191948
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
348 PM EDT Fri May 19 2023
NCZ107-200000-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0038.230520T0100Z-230520T0500Z/
Inland New Hanover-
348 PM EDT Fri May 19 2023
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO
1 AM EDT SATURDAY...
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown
Wilmington.
* WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 1 AM EDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...The lowest portions of USS North Carolina Road and
Battleship Road begin to observe minor coastal flooding. Water
begins to spread out of storm drains onto Water Street just
south of Market Street in downtown Wilmington.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
other factors.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Cape Fear River at Wilmington
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.5 ft, Moderate 6.8 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 0.8 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 5.3 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
19/11 PM 5.6 0.9 0.4 N/A Minor
20/11 AM 4.5 -0.2 0.3 N/A None
20/11 PM 5.3 0.6 0.2 N/A None
21/12 PM 4.2 -0.5 0.2 N/A None
22/12 AM 5.3 0.6 0.4 N/A None
22/12 PM 4.4 -0.3 0.5 N/A None
&&
$$
NCZ106-108-200000-
/O.CON.KILM.BH.S.0013.000000T0000Z-230520T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0005.000000T0000Z-230520T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
348 PM EDT Fri May 19 2023
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, Strong north to south
longshore current. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip
currents.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water. Longshore currents can sweep
swimmers and surfers into rip currents, piers, jetties, and
other hazardous areas. It may sweep swimmers off their feet,
making it difficult to return to shore.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with
lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may
be swept into.
&&
$$
IGB908
WHUS42 KILM 192341
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
741 PM EDT Fri May 19 2023
NCZ106-108-200045-
/O.EXP.KILM.BH.S.0013.000000T0000Z-230520T0000Z/
/O.EXP.KILM.RP.S.0005.000000T0000Z-230520T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
741 PM EDT Fri May 19 2023
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT WILL EXPIRE AT 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK WILL EXPIRE AT 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
$$
NCZ107-200500-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0038.230520T0100Z-230520T0500Z/
Inland New Hanover-
741 PM EDT Fri May 19 2023
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EDT
SATURDAY ALONG THE CAPE FEAR RIVER...
* WHAT...A few inches 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 1 AM EDT Saturday.
* 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
19/11 PM 5.6 0.9 0.4 N/A Minor
20/11 AM 4.5 -0.2 0.3 N/A None
20/11 PM 5.3 0.6 0.2 N/A None
21/12 PM 4.2 -0.5 0.2 N/A None
22/12 AM 5.3 0.6 0.4 N/A None
22/12 PM 4.4 -0.3 0.5 N/A None
&&
$$
9The office that day
Everything else NWS Wilmington, NC issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 17, 8:01 PM EDT | Beach Hazards Statement | ILM | Brunswick | 24 hr |
| May 17, 8:01 PM EDT | Rip Current Statement | ILM | New Hanover, Pender | 24 hr |
| May 18, 6:09 AM EDT | Coastal Flood Advisory | ILM | Brunswick, New Hanover, Pender | 18 hr |
| May 18, 12:43 PM EDT | Special Marine Warning | ILM | 62 min | |
| May 18, 3:29 PM EDT | Special Marine Warning | ILM | 2 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.