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Rip Current Statement 23, NWS Wilmington, NC
NWS Wilmington, NC issued this rip current statement at Aug 15, 2024, 7:49 PM EDT for Georgetown County, Horry County, South Carolina; Brunswick County, New Hanover County, Pender County, North Carolina. It took effect at Aug 16, 2024, 6:00 AM EDT. It was in force for 38 hr.
The area
The counties it named.
The facts
- Issued
- Aug 15, 2024, 7:49 PM EDT (23:49 UTC)
- In effect from
- Aug 16, 2024, 6:00 AM EDT
- Expired
- Aug 17, 2024, 8:00 PM EDT
- In force
- 38 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 23:52 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.
Open the radar archive at this moment
The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.
The nearest sounding before it
Newport, NC (KMHX), launched 12:00Z, 11.8 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
- 11 J/kg
- Mixed-layer CIN
- -73 J/kg
- Mixed-layer LCL
- 1420 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 23 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- 6 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 46 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 0.0
- Supercell composite
- 0.0
The text
As transmitted.
859
WHUS42 KILM 152349
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
749 PM EDT Thu Aug 15 2024
NCZ107-160200-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0088.000000T0000Z-240816T0200Z/
Inland New Hanover-
749 PM EDT Thu Aug 15 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 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...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown
Wilmington.
* WHEN...Until 10 PM EDT this evening.
* 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.
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
15/07 PM 5.8 1.1 1.4 N/A Minor
16/06 AM 4.9 0.2 1.3 N/A None
16/08 PM 6.1 1.4 1.4 N/A Minor
17/08 AM 5.1 0.4 1.2 N/A None
17/09 PM 6.2 1.5 1.3 N/A Minor
18/09 AM 5.4 0.7 1.2 N/A None
&&
$$
NCZ106-108-160800-
/O.NEW.KILM.RP.S.0023.240816T1000Z-240817T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.SU.Y.0006.240816T1800Z-240817T1500Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
749 PM EDT Thu Aug 15 2024
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT FRIDAY THROUGH
FRIDAY EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM FRIDAY TO 11 AM
EDT SATURDAY...
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents
expected. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of
4 to 7 feet expected in the surf zone.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, from 6 AM EDT Friday
through Friday evening. For the High Surf Advisory, from 2 PM
Friday to 11 AM EDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and
localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best
swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
$$
NCZ110-SCZ054-056-160800-
/O.NEW.KILM.RP.S.0023.240816T1000Z-240817T0000Z/
Coastal Brunswick-Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
749 PM EDT Thu Aug 15 2024
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT FRIDAY THROUGH
FRIDAY EVENING...
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected.
* WHERE...In North Carolina, Coastal Brunswick County. In South
Carolina, Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties.
* WHEN...From 6 AM EDT Friday through Friday evening.
* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
$$
2110 follow-up statements
318 WHUS42 KILM 160114 CFWILM Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Wilmington NC 914 PM EDT Thu Aug 15 2024 NCZ107-160215- /O.CAN.KILM.CF.Y.0088.000000T0000Z-240816T0200Z/ Inland New Hanover- 914 PM EDT Thu Aug 15 2024 ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... Latest gage readings on the lower Cape Fear River indicate levels have fallen below the 5.5 ft mllw threshold for minor coastal flooding to occur. As a result, the coastal flood advisory has been cancelled. $$ NCZ106-108-160915- /O.CON.KILM.SU.Y.0006.240816T1800Z-240817T1500Z/ /O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0023.240816T1000Z-240817T0000Z/ Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover- 914 PM EDT Thu Aug 15 2024 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT FRIDAY THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING... ...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM FRIDAY TO 11 AM EDT SATURDAY... * WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents expected. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 4 to 7 feet expected in the surf zone. * WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties. * WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, from 6 AM EDT Friday through Friday evening. For the High Surf Advisory, from 2 PM Friday to 11 AM EDT Saturday. * 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. && $$ NCZ110-SCZ054-056-160915- /O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0023.240816T1000Z-240817T0000Z/ Coastal Brunswick-Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown- 914 PM EDT Thu Aug 15 2024 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT FRIDAY THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected. * WHERE...In North Carolina, Coastal Brunswick County. In South Carolina, Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties. * WHEN...From 6 AM EDT Friday through Friday evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$ dch
695
WHUS42 KILM 160719
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
319 AM EDT Fri Aug 16 2024
NCZ107-161600-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0089.240816T2200Z-240817T0300Z/
Inland New Hanover-
319 AM EDT Fri Aug 16 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM TO 11 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown
Wilmington.
* WHEN...From 6 PM to 11 PM EDT this evening.
* 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
16/06 AM 4.9 0.2 1.3 N/A None
16/08 PM 6.0 1.3 1.3 N/A Minor
17/08 AM 5.1 0.4 1.2 N/A None
17/09 PM 6.1 1.4 1.2 N/A Minor
18/09 AM 5.4 0.7 1.2 N/A None
18/09 PM 6.3 1.6 1.3 N/A Minor
&&
$$
NCZ106-108-161600-
/O.CON.KILM.SU.Y.0006.240816T1800Z-240817T1500Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0023.240816T1000Z-240817T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
319 AM EDT Fri Aug 16 2024
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON
TO 11 AM EDT SATURDAY...
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents
expected. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of
4 to 7 feet expected in the surf zone.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, from 6 AM EDT Friday
through Friday evening. For the High Surf Advisory, from 2 PM
Friday to 11 AM EDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and
localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best
swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
$$
NCZ110-SCZ054-056-161600-
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0023.240816T1000Z-240817T0000Z/
Coastal Brunswick-Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
319 AM EDT Fri Aug 16 2024
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected.
* WHERE...In North Carolina, Coastal Brunswick County. In South
Carolina, Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties.
* WHEN...From 6 AM EDT Friday through Friday evening.
* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
$$
LEW384
WHUS42 KILM 161532
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
1132 AM EDT Fri Aug 16 2024
NCZ107-170000-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0089.240816T2200Z-240817T0300Z/
Inland New Hanover-
1132 AM EDT Fri Aug 16 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM TO 11 PM
EDT THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown
Wilmington.
* WHEN...From 6 PM to 11 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Portions of Battleship Road and USS North Carolina
Road observe minor coastal flooding up to one foot in depth.
In downtown Wilmington, sections of Water Street observe minor
flooding up to one half foot in depth. Check with local
officials for any road closures or impacts.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Cape Fear River at Wilmington
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.5 ft, Moderate 6.8 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 0.8 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 5.3 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
16/08 PM 6.0 1.3 1.3 N/A Minor
17/08 AM 5.1 0.4 1.2 N/A None
17/09 PM 6.1 1.4 1.2 N/A Minor
18/09 AM 5.4 0.7 1.2 N/A None
18/09 PM 6.3 1.6 1.3 N/A Minor
19/09 AM 5.3 0.6 1.0 N/A None
&&
$$
NCZ106-108-170000-
/O.CON.KILM.SU.Y.0006.240816T1800Z-240817T1500Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0023.000000T0000Z-240817T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
1132 AM EDT Fri Aug 16 2024
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EDT
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 4 to 7
feet expected in the surf zone.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, until 8 PM EDT this
evening. For the High Surf Advisory, until 11 AM EDT Saturday.
* 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.
&&
$$
NCZ110-SCZ054-056-170000-
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0023.000000T0000Z-240817T0000Z/
Coastal Brunswick-Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
1132 AM EDT Fri Aug 16 2024
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...In North Carolina, Coastal Brunswick County. In South
Carolina, Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
$$
ABW379
WHUS42 KILM 161921
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
321 PM EDT Fri Aug 16 2024
NCZ107-170000-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0089.240816T2200Z-240817T0300Z/
Inland New Hanover-
321 PM EDT Fri Aug 16 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM TO 11 PM
EDT THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown
Wilmington.
* WHEN...Until 11 PM EDT this evening.
* 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
16/08 PM 6.0 1.3 1.3 N/A Minor
17/08 AM 5.1 0.4 1.2 N/A None
17/09 PM 6.2 1.5 1.3 N/A Minor
18/09 AM 5.4 0.7 1.2 N/A None
18/09 PM 6.4 1.7 1.4 N/A Minor
19/10 AM 5.4 0.7 1.0 N/A None
&&
$$
NCZ106-108-170000-
/O.CON.KILM.SU.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-240817T1500Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0023.000000T0000Z-240817T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
321 PM EDT Fri Aug 16 2024
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EDT
SATURDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 4 to 7
feet expected in the surf zone.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 11 AM EDT Saturday.
For the High Rip Current Risk, until 8 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and
localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best
swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
$$
NCZ110-SCZ054-056-170000-
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0023.000000T0000Z-240817T0000Z/
Coastal Brunswick-Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
321 PM EDT Fri Aug 16 2024
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* 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.
&&
$$
ABW649
WHUS42 KILM 162333
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
733 PM EDT Fri Aug 16 2024
NCZ107-170300-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0089.000000T0000Z-240817T0300Z/
Inland New Hanover-
733 PM EDT Fri Aug 16 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown
Wilmington.
* WHEN...Until 11 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Portions of Battleship Road and USS North Carolina
Road observe minor coastal flooding up to one foot in depth.
In downtown Wilmington, sections of Water Street observe minor
flooding up to one half foot in depth. Check with local
officials for any road closures or impacts.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Cape Fear River at Wilmington
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.5 ft, Moderate 6.8 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 0.8 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 5.3 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
16/08 PM 6.0 1.3 1.3 N/A Minor
17/08 AM 5.1 0.4 1.2 N/A None
17/09 PM 6.2 1.5 1.3 N/A Minor
18/09 AM 5.4 0.7 1.2 N/A None
18/09 PM 6.4 1.7 1.4 N/A Minor
19/10 AM 5.4 0.7 1.0 N/A None
&&
$$
NCZ106-108-170800-
/O.EXT.KILM.RP.S.0023.000000T0000Z-240818T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.SU.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-240817T1500Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
733 PM EDT Fri Aug 16 2024
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EDT
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 4 to 7
feet in the surf zone.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, through Saturday
evening. For the High Surf Advisory, until 11 AM EDT Saturday.
* 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.
&&
$$
NCZ110-SCZ054-056-170800-
/O.EXT.KILM.RP.S.0023.000000T0000Z-240818T0000Z/
Coastal Brunswick-Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
733 PM EDT Fri Aug 16 2024
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING...
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...In North Carolina, Coastal Brunswick County. In South
Carolina, Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties.
* WHEN...Through Saturday evening.
* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
$$
21990 WHUS42 KILM 170231 CFWILM Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Wilmington NC 1031 PM EDT Fri Aug 16 2024 NCZ107-170345- /O.CAN.KILM.CF.Y.0089.000000T0000Z-240817T0300Z/ Inland New Hanover- 1031 PM EDT Fri Aug 16 2024 ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... Latest gage readings on the lower Cape Fear River indicate levels have fallen below the 5.5 ft MLLW threshold for minor coastal flooding to occur. As a result, the coastal flood advisory has been cancelled. $$ NCZ106-108-171045- /O.CON.KILM.SU.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-240817T1500Z/ /O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0023.000000T0000Z-240818T0000Z/ Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover- 1031 PM EDT Fri Aug 16 2024 ...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EDT SATURDAY... ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING... * WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 4 to 7 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties. * WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 11 AM EDT Saturday. For the High Rip Current Risk, through Saturday evening. * IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions. Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$ NCZ110-SCZ054-056-171045- /O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0023.000000T0000Z-240818T0000Z/ Coastal Brunswick-Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown- 1031 PM EDT Fri Aug 16 2024 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...In North Carolina, Coastal Brunswick County. In South Carolina, Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties. * WHEN...Through Saturday evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$ dch
704
WHUS42 KILM 170656
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
256 AM EDT Sat Aug 17 2024
NCZ107-171400-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0090.240817T1100Z-240817T1400Z/
Inland New Hanover-
256 AM EDT Sat Aug 17 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 10 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown
Wilmington.
* WHEN...From 7 AM to 10 AM EDT this morning.
* IMPACTS...The lowest portions of USS North Carolina Road and
Battleship Road begin to observe minor coastal flooding. Water
begins to spread out of storm drains onto Water Street just
south of Market Street in downtown Wilmington.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
other factors.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Cape Fear River at Wilmington
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.5 ft, Moderate 6.8 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 0.8 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 5.3 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
17/08 AM 5.5 0.8 1.6 N/A Minor
17/09 PM 6.4 1.7 1.5 N/A Minor
18/09 AM 5.7 1.0 1.5 N/A Minor
18/10 PM 6.6 1.9 1.6 N/A Minor
19/10 AM 5.7 1.0 1.3 N/A Minor
19/10 PM 6.5 1.8 1.4 N/A Minor
&&
$$
NCZ106-108-171400-
/O.CON.KILM.SU.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-240817T1500Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0023.000000T0000Z-240818T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
256 AM EDT Sat Aug 17 2024
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 4
to 7 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk,
dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 11 AM EDT Saturday.
For the High Rip Current Risk, through Saturday 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.
&&
$$
NCZ110-SCZ054-056-171400-
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0023.000000T0000Z-240818T0000Z/
Coastal Brunswick-Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
256 AM EDT Sat Aug 17 2024
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...In North Carolina, Coastal Brunswick County. In South
Carolina, Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties.
* WHEN...Through Saturday evening.
* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
$$
LEW026
WHUS42 KILM 171203
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
803 AM EDT Sat Aug 17 2024
NCZ106-108-171400-
/O.EXT.KILM.SU.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-240818T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0023.000000T0000Z-240818T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
803 AM EDT Sat Aug 17 2024
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY NOW 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 4
to 6 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk,
dangerous rip currents.
* 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.
* 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.
&&
$$
NCZ107-171400-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0090.000000T0000Z-240817T1400Z/
Inland New Hanover-
803 AM EDT Sat Aug 17 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level in
low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown
Wilmington.
* WHEN...Until 10 AM EDT this morning.
* IMPACTS...The lowest portions of USS North Carolina Road and
Battleship Road begin to observe minor coastal flooding. Water
begins to spread out of storm drains onto Water Street just
south of Market Street in downtown Wilmington.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
other factors.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Cape Fear River at Wilmington
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.5 ft, Moderate 6.8 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 0.8 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 5.3 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
17/08 AM 5.5 0.8 1.6 N/A Minor
17/09 PM 6.4 1.7 1.5 N/A Minor
18/09 AM 5.7 1.0 1.5 N/A Minor
18/10 PM 6.6 1.9 1.6 N/A Minor
19/10 AM 5.7 1.0 1.3 N/A Minor
19/10 PM 6.5 1.8 1.4 N/A Minor
&&
$$
NCZ110-SCZ054-056-171400-
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0023.000000T0000Z-240818T0000Z/
Coastal Brunswick-Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
803 AM EDT Sat Aug 17 2024
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...In North Carolina, Coastal Brunswick County. 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.
&&
$$
VAO308
WHUS42 KILM 171348
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
948 AM EDT Sat Aug 17 2024
NCZ107-180000-
/O.CAN.KILM.CF.Y.0090.000000T0000Z-240817T1400Z/
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0091.240817T2200Z-240818T0400Z/
Inland New Hanover-
948 AM EDT Sat Aug 17 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO
MIDNIGHT EDT TONIGHT...
* 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.
* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to midnight EDT tonight.
* 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
17/09 PM 6.5 1.8 1.6 N/A Minor
18/09 AM 5.6 0.9 1.4 N/A Minor
18/10 PM 6.5 1.8 1.5 N/A Minor
19/10 AM 5.7 1.0 1.3 N/A Minor
19/11 PM 6.4 1.7 1.3 N/A Minor
&&
$$
NCZ109-180000-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0091.240817T2200Z-240818T0400Z/
Inland Brunswick-
948 AM EDT Sat Aug 17 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO
MIDNIGHT EDT TONIGHT...
* WHAT...One to two feet of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...Inland Brunswick County.
* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to midnight EDT tonight.
* 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
17/09 PM 6.5 1.8 1.6 N/A Minor
18/09 AM 5.6 0.9 1.4 N/A Minor
18/10 PM 6.5 1.8 1.5 N/A Minor
19/10 AM 5.7 1.0 1.3 N/A Minor
19/11 PM 6.4 1.7 1.3 N/A Minor
&&
$$
NCZ106-108-180000-
/O.CON.KILM.SU.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-240818T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0023.000000T0000Z-240818T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
948 AM EDT Sat Aug 17 2024
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 3
to 6 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk,
dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and
localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best
swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
$$
NCZ110-SCZ054-056-180000-
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0023.000000T0000Z-240818T0000Z/
Coastal Brunswick-Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
948 AM EDT Sat Aug 17 2024
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* 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.
&&
$$
VAO720
WHUS42 KILM 172347
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
747 PM EDT Sat Aug 17 2024
NCZ106-108-180100-
/O.EXP.KILM.SU.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-240818T0000Z/
/O.EXP.KILM.RP.S.0023.000000T0000Z-240818T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
747 PM EDT Sat Aug 17 2024
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK WILL EXPIRE AT 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
$$
NCZ110-SCZ054-056-180100-
/O.EXP.KILM.RP.S.0023.000000T0000Z-240818T0000Z/
Coastal Brunswick-Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
747 PM EDT Sat Aug 17 2024
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK WILL EXPIRE AT 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
$$
NCZ107-109-180400-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0091.000000T0000Z-240818T0400Z/
Inland New Hanover-Inland Brunswick-
747 PM EDT Sat Aug 17 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EDT
TONIGHT...
* 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 midnight EDT tonight.
* 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
17/09 PM 6.5 1.8 1.6 N/A Minor
18/09 AM 5.6 0.9 1.4 N/A Minor
18/10 PM 6.5 1.8 1.5 N/A Minor
19/10 AM 5.6 0.9 1.2 N/A Minor
19/11 PM 6.4 1.7 1.3 N/A Minor
20/11 AM 6.0 1.3 1.4 N/A Minor
&&
$$
11The office that day
Everything else NWS Wilmington, NC issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 3:16 AM EDT | Coastal Flood Advisory | ILM | New Hanover | 18 hr |
| Aug 15, 2:53 PM EDT | High Surf Advisory | ILM | New Hanover, Pender | 53 hr |
| Aug 15, 2:56 PM EDT | Small Craft Advisory | ILM | 38 hr |
Nearby
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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.