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Rip Current Statement 25, NWS Wilmington, NC

August 18, 2024New Hanover County, Pender County, North Carolina

NWS Wilmington, NC issued this rip current statement at Aug 18, 2024, 8:16 PM EDT for New Hanover County, Pender County, North Carolina. It took effect at Aug 19, 2024, 6:00 AM EDT. It was in force for 14 hr.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Aug 18, 2024, 8:16 PM EDT (00:16 UTC)
In effect from
Aug 19, 2024, 6:00 AM EDT
Expired
Aug 19, 2024, 7:57 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 00:16 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

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The nearest sounding before it

Newport, NC (KMHX), launched 00:00Z, 0.3 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.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Newport, NC at 00:00Z on 2024-08-19Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 1186 joules per kilogram.LCLLFCEL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Newport, NC at 00:00Z on 2024-08-19The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 115 square meters per square second.193958Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
1186 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
-32 J/kg
Mixed-layer LCL
828 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
30 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
115 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
84 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.6
Supercell composite
7.3

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The text

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103 
WHUS42 KILM 190016
CFWILM

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
816 PM EDT Sun Aug 18 2024

NCZ107-190400-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0093.000000T0000Z-240819T0400Z/
Inland New Hanover-
816 PM EDT Sun Aug 18 2024

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 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 7 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 
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 18/10 PM     6.7        2.0        1.7       N/A     Minor    
 19/10 AM     5.8        1.1        1.4       N/A     Minor    
 19/10 PM     6.5        1.8        1.4       N/A     Minor    
 20/11 AM     6.1        1.4        1.5       N/A     Minor    
 20/11 PM     6.7        2.0        1.5       N/A     Minor    
 21/12 PM     6.4        1.7        1.7       N/A     Minor

&&

$$

NCZ109-190400-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0093.000000T0000Z-240819T0400Z/
Inland Brunswick-
816 PM EDT Sun Aug 18 2024

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 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 7 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 
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 18/10 PM     6.7        2.0        1.7       N/A     Minor    
 19/10 AM     5.8        1.1        1.4       N/A     Minor    
 19/10 PM     6.5        1.8        1.4       N/A     Minor    
 20/11 AM     6.1        1.4        1.5       N/A     Minor    
 20/11 PM     6.7        2.0        1.5       N/A     Minor    
 21/12 PM     6.4        1.7        1.7       N/A     Minor

&&

$$

NCZ106-108-190830-
/O.NEW.KILM.RP.S.0025.240819T1000Z-240820T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
816 PM EDT Sun Aug 18 2024

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT MONDAY THROUGH
MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected.

* WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties.

* WHEN...From 6 AM EDT Monday through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away 
  from shore into deeper water.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...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.

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.

&&

$$

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5 follow-up statements
331 
WHUS42 KILM 190336
CFWILM

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
1136 PM EDT Sun Aug 18 2024

NCZ107-190445-
/O.EXP.KILM.CF.Y.0093.000000T0000Z-240819T0400Z/
Inland New Hanover-
1136 PM EDT Sun Aug 18 2024

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT MIDNIGHT EDT TONIGHT...

$$

NCZ109-190445-
/O.EXP.KILM.CF.Y.0093.000000T0000Z-240819T0400Z/
Inland Brunswick-
1136 PM EDT Sun Aug 18 2024

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT MIDNIGHT EDT TONIGHT...

$$

NCZ106-108-191200-
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0025.240819T1000Z-240820T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
1136 PM EDT Sun Aug 18 2024

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT MONDAY
THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected.

* WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties.

* WHEN...From 6 AM EDT Monday through Monday 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.

&&

$$
995 
WHUS42 KILM 190804
CFWILM

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
404 AM EDT Mon Aug 19 2024

NCZ107-191700-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0094.240819T1200Z-240819T1700Z/
Inland New Hanover-
404 AM EDT Mon Aug 19 2024

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM THIS MORNING TO
1 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level 
  expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal 
  waterways.

* WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown 
  Wilmington.

* WHEN...From 8 AM this morning to 1 PM EDT this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Portions of Battleship Road and USS North Carolina 
  Road observe minor coastal flooding up to one half foot in 
  depth. In downtown Wilmington, a block of Water Street 
  observes minor flooding up to one quarter foot in depth.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on 
  average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience 
  flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or 
  other factors.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.

&&

Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.

Cape Fear River at Wilmington
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.5 ft, Moderate 6.8 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 0.8 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 5.3 ft

             Total      Total    Departure                   
 Day/Time    Tide       Tide     from Norm   Waves    Flood  
            ft MLLW    ft MHHW       ft       ft      Impact 
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 19/10 AM     5.9        1.2        1.5       N/A     Minor    
 19/10 PM     6.6        1.9        1.5       N/A     Minor    
 20/11 AM     6.3        1.6        1.7       N/A     Minor    
 20/11 PM     6.9        2.2        1.7       N/A    Moderate  
 21/11 AM     6.5        1.8        1.8       N/A     Minor    
 22/12 AM     6.9        2.2        1.8       N/A    Moderate

&&

$$

NCZ106-108-191700-
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0025.240819T1000Z-240820T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
404 AM EDT Mon Aug 19 2024

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...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.

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.

&&

$$

IGB
936 
WHUS42 KILM 191542
CFWILM

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
1142 AM EDT Mon Aug 19 2024

NCZ107-191645-
/O.CAN.KILM.CF.Y.0094.000000T0000Z-240819T1700Z/
Inland New Hanover-
1142 AM EDT Mon Aug 19 2024

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...


$$

NCZ106-108-192345-
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0025.000000T0000Z-240820T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
1142 AM EDT Mon Aug 19 2024

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...

* 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.

&&

$$
298 
WHUS42 KILM 191745
CFWILM

URGENT - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
145 PM EDT Mon Aug 19 2024

NCZ107-109-200200-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.W.0001.240820T0000Z-240820T0500Z/
Inland New Hanover-Inland Brunswick-
145 PM EDT Mon Aug 19 2024

...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 AM
EDT TUESDAY...

* 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 Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Portions of Battleship Road and USS North Carolina 
  Road are likely impassable. In downtown Wilmington, much of 
  Water Street from Orange Street to Red Cross Street is 
  flooded. The lowest portions of Water Street between Princess 
  and Orange Streets are impassable. Portions of River Road and 
  adjacent residential roads, south of River Road Park, may 
  become impassable. Flooding of residential areas along River 
  Road expands. Route 133 at Little Mallory Creek is flooded and 
  flooding begins at Old River Road. Flooding of US 421 Truck 
  near Carolina Beach Road worsens. US 421 North at USS North 
  Carolina 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...

Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If
travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through
water of unknown depth.

&&

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     6.9        2.2        1.8       N/A    Moderate  
 20/11 AM     6.3        1.6        1.7       N/A     Minor    
 20/11 PM     6.9        2.2        1.7       N/A    Moderate  
 21/11 AM     6.5        1.8        1.8       N/A     Minor    
 22/12 AM     6.9        2.2        1.8       N/A    Moderate

&&

$$

SCZ054-056-200200-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0095.240819T2300Z-240820T0300Z/
Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
145 PM EDT Mon Aug 19 2024

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM TO 11 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level 
  expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal 
  waterways.

* WHERE...Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties.

* WHEN...From 7 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.

* 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 
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 19/08 PM     7.1        1.5        0.5        2      Minor    
 20/08 AM     6.3        0.7        0.6        2       None    
 20/09 PM     7.2        1.6        0.6        1      Minor    
 21/09 AM     6.8        1.2        0.8       1-2      None    
 21/10 PM     7.3        1.7        0.9        2      Minor    
 22/10 AM     7.3        1.7        1.1        3      Minor

&&

$$

NCZ106-108-200000-
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0025.000000T0000Z-240820T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
145 PM EDT Mon Aug 19 2024

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...

* 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.

&&

$$
549 
WHUS42 KILM 192357
CFWILM

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
757 PM EDT Mon Aug 19 2024

NCZ106-108-200100-
/O.CAN.KILM.RP.S.0025.000000T0000Z-240820T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
757 PM EDT Mon Aug 19 2024

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IS CANCELLED...

A moderate risk of rip currents is expected Tuesday.

$$

NCZ107-109-200500-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.W.0001.240820T0000Z-240820T0500Z/
Inland New Hanover-Inland Brunswick-
757 PM EDT Mon Aug 19 2024

...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EDT
TUESDAY...

* 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...Until 1 AM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Portions of Battleship Road and USS North Carolina 
  Road are likely impassable. In downtown Wilmington, much of 
  Water Street from Orange Street to Red Cross Street is 
  flooded. The lowest portions of Water Street between Princess 
  and Orange Streets are impassable. Portions of River Road and 
  adjacent residential roads, south of River Road Park, may 
  become impassable. Flooding of residential areas along River 
  Road expands. Route 133 at Little Mallory Creek is flooded and 
  flooding begins at Old River Road. Flooding of US 421 Truck 
  near Carolina Beach Road worsens. US 421 North at USS North 
  Carolina 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...

Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If
travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through
water of unknown depth.

&&

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     6.9        2.2        1.8       N/A    Moderate  
 20/11 AM     6.3        1.6        1.7       N/A     Minor    
 20/11 PM     6.9        2.2        1.7       N/A    Moderate  
 21/11 AM     6.5        1.8        1.8       N/A     Minor    
 22/12 AM     6.9        2.2        1.8       N/A    Moderate  
 22/12 PM     6.8        2.1        1.9       N/A    Moderate

&&

$$

SCZ054-056-200300-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0095.000000T0000Z-240820T0300Z/
Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
757 PM EDT Mon Aug 19 2024

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 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 Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties.

* WHEN...Until 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.

* 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 
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 19/08 PM     7.1        1.5        0.5        2      Minor    
 20/08 AM     6.3        0.7        0.6        2       None    
 20/09 PM     7.2        1.6        0.6        1      Minor    
 21/09 AM     6.8        1.2        0.8       1-2      None    
 21/10 PM     7.3        1.7        0.9        2      Minor    
 22/10 AM     7.3        1.7        1.1        3      Minor

&&

$$

The office that day

Everything else NWS Wilmington, NC issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Aug 18, 8:02 PM EDTSpecial Weather StatementILMBladen43 min
Aug 18, 8:20 PM EDTSevere Thunderstorm WarningILMBladen25 min
Aug 18, 9:01 PM EDTSpecial Weather StatementILMBladen44 min
Aug 18, 9:23 PM EDTSpecial Weather StatementILMRobeson52 min
Aug 18, 9:42 PM EDTSevere Thunderstorm WarningILMBrunswick28 min
Aug 18, 9:43 PM EDTSpecial Marine WarningILM62 min
Aug 18, 11:08 PM EDTSpecial Marine WarningILM51 min
Aug 18, 11:29 PM EDTSpecial Weather StatementILMBrunswick31 min
Aug 19, 12:05 AM EDTSpecial Marine WarningILM55 min
Aug 19, 1:08 AM EDTSpecial Marine WarningILM52 min
Aug 19, 1:59 AM EDTSpecial Marine WarningILM46 min
Aug 19, 3:32 AM EDTSpecial Marine WarningILM43 min
Aug 19, 4:04 AM EDTCoastal Flood AdvisoryILMNew Hanover8 hr
Aug 19, 1:45 PM EDTCoastal Flood WarningILMBrunswick, New Hanover11 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.