Alert archive / North Carolina / Rip Current Statements in 2024
Rip Current Statement 29, NWS Wilmington, NC
NWS Wilmington, NC issued this rip current statement at Sep 14, 2024, 8:06 PM EDT for New Hanover County, Pender County, North Carolina; Georgetown County, Horry County, South Carolina. It took effect at Sep 15, 2024, 6:00 AM EDT. It was in force for 14 hr.
The area
The counties it named.
The facts
- Issued
- Sep 14, 2024, 8:06 PM EDT (00:06 UTC)
- In effect from
- Sep 15, 2024, 6:00 AM EDT
- Expired
- Sep 15, 2024, 7:52 PM EDT
- In force
- 14 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Wilmington, NC
Counties New Hanover County, NC, Pender County, NC, Georgetown County, SC, Horry County, SC
The radar
The Wilmington radar (KLTX), 7 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 00:10 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 00:00Z, 0.1 hours before the alert went out and 172 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
- 388 J/kg
- Mixed-layer CIN
- -11 J/kg
- Mixed-layer LCL
- 760 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 14 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- 69 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 127 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 0.0
- Supercell composite
- 0.0
The text
As transmitted.
563 WHUS42 KILM 150006 CFWILM Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Wilmington NC 806 PM EDT Sat Sep 14 2024 NCZ106-108-150900- /O.NEW.KILM.RP.S.0029.240915T1000Z-240916T0000Z/ /O.CON.KILM.SU.Y.0007.240915T0500Z-240917T1200Z/ Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover- 806 PM EDT Sat Sep 14 2024 ...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM SUNDAY TO 8 AM EDT TUESDAY... ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT SUNDAY THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING... * WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 7 to 10 feet expected in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents expected. Also, a strong north to south longshore current is expected. * WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties. * WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, from 1 AM Sunday to 8 AM EDT Tuesday. For the High Rip Current Risk, from 6 AM EDT Sunday through Sunday 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. && $$ NCZ110-150900- /O.NEW.KILM.BH.S.0041.240915T1000Z-240916T0000Z/ Coastal Brunswick- 806 PM EDT Sat Sep 14 2024 ...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT SUNDAY THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Strong east to west longshore current. There is also a Moderate Risk of rip currents expected. * WHERE...Coastal Brunswick County. * WHEN...From 6 AM EDT Sunday through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...Longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other hazardous areas. It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making it difficult to return to shore. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may be swept into. && $$ SCZ054-056-150900- /O.NEW.KILM.RP.S.0029.240915T1000Z-240916T0000Z/ Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown- 806 PM EDT Sat Sep 14 2024 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT SUNDAY THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected. A strong north to south longshore current is also expected. * WHERE...Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties. * WHEN...From 6 AM EDT Sunday through Sunday 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. && $$ IGB
4 follow-up statements
759 WHUS42 KILM 150740 CFWILM Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Wilmington NC 340 AM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024 SCZ054-056-152000- /O.EXA.KILM.SU.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-240917T1200Z/ /O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0029.240915T1000Z-240916T0000Z/ Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown- 340 AM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024 ...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT TUESDAY... ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING... * WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 3 to 6 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents expected. * WHERE...Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties. * WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Tuesday. For the High Rip Current Risk, through this evening. * IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions. Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$ NCZ106-108-152000- /O.CON.KILM.SU.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-240917T1200Z/ /O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0029.240915T1000Z-240916T0000Z/ Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover- 340 AM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024 ...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT TUESDAY... ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING... * 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 expected. * WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties. * WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Tuesday. 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. && $$ NCZ110-152000- /O.CON.KILM.BH.S.0041.240915T1000Z-240916T0000Z/ Coastal Brunswick- 340 AM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024 ...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Strong east to west longshore current. Moderate Risk of rip currents expected. * WHERE...Coastal Brunswick County. * WHEN...Through this evening. * IMPACTS...Longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other hazardous areas. It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making it difficult to return to shore. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may be swept into. && $$
834
WHUS42 KILM 151829
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
229 PM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024
NCZ106-108-160230-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0106.240915T2000Z-240916T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.SU.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-240917T1200Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0029.000000T0000Z-240916T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
229 PM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT TUESDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
* 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. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to
one 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 AM EDT Tuesday. For
the High Rip Current Risk, until 8 PM EDT this evening. For
the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 8 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal
Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal
flooding. Check with local officials for any road closures or
impacts. 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
15/06 PM 6.9 2.4 1.6 7-8 Minor
16/06 AM 6.7 2.2 2.0 8 Minor
16/07 PM 6.2 1.7 0.8 6-7 Minor
17/07 AM 5.6 1.1 0.5 4-5 None
17/08 PM 6.0 1.5 0.6 3 Minor
18/08 AM 5.9 1.4 0.5 3 None
&&
$$
SCZ054-056-160230-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0106.240915T2000Z-240916T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.SU.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-240917T1200Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0029.000000T0000Z-240916T0000Z/
Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
229 PM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT TUESDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY 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. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to
one foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Tuesday. For
the High Rip Current Risk, until 8 PM EDT this evening. For
the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 8 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. 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.
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
15/06 PM 7.9 2.3 1.5 6 Minor
16/06 AM 7.8 2.2 2.2 6 Minor
16/07 PM 7.0 1.4 0.4 5 Minor
17/07 AM 6.2 0.6 0.1 3-4 None
17/08 PM 6.9 1.3 0.2 2 None
18/08 AM 6.8 1.2 0.2 2 None
&&
$$
NCZ110-160000-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0106.240915T2000Z-240916T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.BH.S.0041.000000T0000Z-240916T0000Z/
Coastal Brunswick-
229 PM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, Strong east to west
longshore current. There is also a Moderate Risk of rip
currents. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of
inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Brunswick County.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal
Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal
flooding. Check with local officials for any road closures or
impacts. 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.
* 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.
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.
&&
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
15/06 PM 6.9 2.4 1.6 7-8 Minor
16/06 AM 6.7 2.2 2.0 8 Minor
16/07 PM 6.2 1.7 0.8 6-7 Minor
17/07 AM 5.6 1.1 0.5 4-5 None
17/08 PM 6.0 1.5 0.6 3 Minor
18/08 AM 5.9 1.4 0.5 3 None
&&
$$
NCZ107-160230-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0106.240915T2200Z-240916T0300Z/
Inland New Hanover-
229 PM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM TO 11 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown
Wilmington.
* WHEN...From 6 PM to 11 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Portions of Battleship Road and USS North Carolina
Road observe minor coastal flooding up to one foot in depth.
In downtown Wilmington, sections of Water Street observe minor
flooding up to one half foot in depth. Check with local
officials for any road closures or impacts.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
other factors.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Cape Fear River at Wilmington
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.5 ft, Moderate 6.8 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 0.8 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 5.3 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
15/08 PM 6.2 1.5 0.9 N/A Minor
16/08 AM 6.1 1.4 1.4 N/A Minor
16/09 PM 6.2 1.5 0.8 N/A Minor
17/09 AM 5.4 0.7 0.4 N/A None
17/10 PM 5.9 1.2 0.4 N/A Minor
18/10 AM 5.7 1.0 0.4 N/A Minor
&&
$$
31697
WHUS42 KILM 152126
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
526 PM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024
NCZ110-160000-
/O.CAN.KILM.BH.S.0041.000000T0000Z-240916T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0106.000000T0000Z-240916T0000Z/
Coastal Brunswick-
526 PM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IS CANCELLED...
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Brunswick County.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal
Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal
flooding. Check with local officials for any road closures or
impacts.
* 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
15/06 PM 6.9 2.4 1.6 6-7 Minor
16/06 AM 6.7 2.2 2.0 8 Minor
16/07 PM 6.2 1.7 0.8 5-6 Minor
17/07 AM 5.6 1.1 0.5 4 None
17/08 PM 6.0 1.5 0.6 3 Minor
18/08 AM 5.9 1.4 0.5 3 None
&&
$$
NCZ106-108-160530-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0106.000000T0000Z-240916T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.SU.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-240917T1200Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0029.000000T0000Z-240916T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
526 PM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT TUESDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of
inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High 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 and Coastal New Hanover Counties.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 8 PM EDT this
evening. For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Tuesday.
For the High Rip Current Risk, until 8 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal
Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal
flooding. Check with local officials for any road closures or
impacts. 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
15/06 PM 6.9 2.4 1.6 6-7 Minor
16/06 AM 6.7 2.2 2.0 8 Minor
16/07 PM 6.2 1.7 0.8 5-6 Minor
17/07 AM 5.6 1.1 0.5 4 None
17/08 PM 6.0 1.5 0.6 3 Minor
18/08 AM 5.9 1.4 0.5 3 None
&&
$$
SCZ054-056-160530-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0106.000000T0000Z-240916T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.SU.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-240917T1200Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0029.000000T0000Z-240916T0000Z/
Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
526 PM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT TUESDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of
inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High 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 Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 8 PM EDT this
evening. For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Tuesday.
For the High Rip Current Risk, until 8 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. 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.
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
15/06 PM 7.9 2.3 1.5 5-6 Minor
16/06 AM 7.8 2.2 2.2 7 Minor
16/07 PM 7.0 1.4 0.4 4-5 Minor
17/07 AM 6.2 0.6 0.1 3 None
17/08 PM 6.9 1.3 0.2 2 None
18/08 AM 6.8 1.2 0.2 2 None
&&
$$
NCZ107-160300-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0106.240915T2200Z-240916T0300Z/
Inland New Hanover-
526 PM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown
Wilmington.
* WHEN...Until 11 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Portions of Battleship Road and USS North Carolina
Road observe minor coastal flooding up to one foot in depth.
In downtown Wilmington, sections of Water Street observe minor
flooding up to one half foot in depth. Check with local
officials for any road closures or impacts.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
other factors.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Cape Fear River at Wilmington
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.5 ft, Moderate 6.8 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 0.8 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 5.3 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
15/08 PM 6.2 1.5 0.9 N/A Minor
16/08 AM 6.1 1.4 1.4 N/A Minor
16/09 PM 6.2 1.5 0.8 N/A Minor
17/09 AM 5.4 0.7 0.4 N/A None
17/10 PM 5.9 1.2 0.4 N/A Minor
18/10 AM 5.7 1.0 0.4 N/A Minor
&&
$$477
WHUS42 KILM 152352
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
752 PM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024
NCZ106-108-161000-
/O.CAN.KILM.RP.S.0029.000000T0000Z-240916T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KILM.RP.S.0030.240916T1000Z-240917T0000Z/
/O.EXT.KILM.CF.Y.0106.000000T0000Z-240916T1300Z/
/O.CON.KILM.SU.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-240917T1200Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
752 PM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM EDT MONDAY...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT TUESDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT MONDAY THROUGH
MONDAY EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IS CANCELLED...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of
inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory,
large breaking waves of 6 to 9 feet in the surf zone. 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 AM EDT Monday.
For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Tuesday. For the
High Rip Current Risk, from 6 AM EDT Monday through Monday
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. 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
16/06 AM 6.7 2.2 2.0 8 Minor
16/07 PM 6.4 1.9 1.0 5-6 Minor
17/07 AM 5.6 1.1 0.5 4 None
17/08 PM 6.0 1.5 0.6 3 Minor
18/08 AM 5.9 1.4 0.5 3 None
&&
$$
SCZ054-056-161000-
/O.CAN.KILM.RP.S.0029.000000T0000Z-240916T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KILM.RP.S.0030.240916T1000Z-240917T0000Z/
/O.EXT.KILM.CF.Y.0106.000000T0000Z-240916T1300Z/
/O.CON.KILM.SU.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-240917T1200Z/
Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
752 PM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM EDT MONDAY...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT TUESDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT MONDAY THROUGH
MONDAY EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IS CANCELLED...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, one to two feet 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 expected.
* WHERE...Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 9 AM EDT Monday.
For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Tuesday. For the
High Rip Current Risk, from 6 AM EDT Monday through Monday
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. Some roads may
become impassable. Check with local officials for the latest
information regarding coastal flood impacts and closures.
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.
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
15/07 PM 7.5 1.9 1.5 6 Minor
16/06 AM 8.3 2.7 2.7 7 Minor
16/07 PM 7.3 1.7 0.7 4-5 Minor
17/07 AM 6.3 0.7 0.2 3 None
17/08 PM 7.0 1.4 0.3 2 Minor
18/08 AM 6.8 1.2 0.2 2 None
&&
$$
NCZ110-161000-
/O.NEW.KILM.RP.S.0030.240916T1000Z-240917T0000Z/
/O.EXT.KILM.CF.Y.0106.000000T0000Z-240916T1300Z/
Coastal Brunswick-
752 PM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM EDT MONDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT MONDAY THROUGH
MONDAY EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of
inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Rip Current Risk,
dangerous rip currents expected.
* WHERE...Coastal Brunswick County.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 9 AM EDT Monday.
For the High Rip Current Risk, from 6 AM EDT Monday through
Monday evening.
* IMPACTS...Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal
Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal
flooding. Check with local officials for any road closures or
impacts. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
other factors.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Mercer Pier at Wrightsville Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 8.0 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
16/06 AM 6.7 2.2 2.0 8 Minor
16/07 PM 6.4 1.9 1.0 5-6 Minor
17/07 AM 5.6 1.1 0.5 4 None
17/08 PM 6.0 1.5 0.6 3 Minor
18/08 AM 5.9 1.4 0.5 3 None
&&
$$
NCZ107-161000-
/O.EXT.KILM.CF.Y.0106.000000T0000Z-240916T1500Z/
Inland New Hanover-
752 PM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EDT MONDAY...
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown
Wilmington.
* WHEN...Until 11 AM EDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Portions of Battleship Road and USS North Carolina
Road observe minor coastal flooding up to one foot in depth.
In downtown Wilmington, sections of Water Street observe minor
flooding up to one half foot in depth. Check with local
officials for any road closures or impacts.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
other factors.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Cape Fear River at Wilmington
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.5 ft, Moderate 6.8 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 0.8 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 5.3 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
15/08 PM 6.0 1.3 0.7 N/A Minor
16/08 AM 6.2 1.5 1.5 N/A Minor
16/09 PM 6.6 1.9 1.2 N/A Minor
17/09 AM 5.9 1.2 0.9 N/A Minor
17/10 PM 6.0 1.3 0.5 N/A Minor
18/10 AM 5.6 0.9 0.3 N/A Minor
&&
$$The office that day
Everything else NWS Wilmington, NC issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 14, 8:06 PM EDT | Beach Hazards Statement | ILM | Brunswick | 21 hr |
| Sep 14, 9:33 PM EDT | Areal Flood Advisory | ILM | New Hanover | 104 min |
| Sep 14, 10:03 PM EDT | Special Weather Statement | ILM | Pender | 27 min |
| Sep 14, 10:38 PM EDT | Special Weather Statement | ILM | Pender | 37 min |
| Sep 15, 3:25 AM EDT | Flood Watch | ILM | Bladen, Brunswick, Columbus, New Hanover, Pender, Robeson | 42 hr |
| Sep 15, 3:35 AM EDT | Gale Warning | ILM | 13 hr | |
| Sep 15, 2:29 PM EDT | Coastal Flood Advisory | ILM | Brunswick, New Hanover, Pender | 20 hr |
| Sep 15, 5:00 PM EDT | Tropical Storm Warning | ILM | Brunswick, New Hanover, Pender | 24 hr |
| Sep 15, 7:52 PM EDT | Rip Current Statement | ILM | Brunswick, New Hanover, Pender | 24 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.