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Rip Current Statement 29, NWS Wilmington, NC

September 14, 2024New Hanover County, Pender County, North Carolina; Georgetown County, Horry County, South Carolina

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.

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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.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Newport, NC at 00:00Z on 2024-09-15Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 388 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 2024-09-15The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 69 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
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

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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

&&

$$

31
697 
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.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Sep 14, 8:06 PM EDTBeach Hazards StatementILMBrunswick21 hr
Sep 14, 9:33 PM EDTAreal Flood AdvisoryILMNew Hanover104 min
Sep 14, 10:03 PM EDTSpecial Weather StatementILMPender27 min
Sep 14, 10:38 PM EDTSpecial Weather StatementILMPender37 min
Sep 15, 3:25 AM EDTFlood WatchILMBladen, Brunswick, Columbus, New Hanover, Pender, Robeson42 hr
Sep 15, 3:35 AM EDTGale WarningILM13 hr
Sep 15, 2:29 PM EDTCoastal Flood AdvisoryILMBrunswick, New Hanover, Pender20 hr
Sep 15, 5:00 PM EDTTropical Storm WarningILMBrunswick, New Hanover, Pender24 hr
Sep 15, 7:52 PM EDTRip Current StatementILMBrunswick, New Hanover, Pender24 hr

Nearby

Rip Current Statements in North Carolina, 2024Rip Current Statements in South Carolina, 2024Every rip current statement in 2024

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.