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Rip Current Statement 10, NWS Charleston, SC
NWS Charleston, SC issued this rip current statement at Oct 8, 2025, 1:10 PM EDT. It took effect at Oct 9, 2025, 8:00 AM EDT. It was in force for 3 days.
The area
The counties it named.
The facts
- Issued
- Oct 8, 2025, 1:10 PM EDT (17:10 UTC)
- In effect from
- Oct 9, 2025, 8:00 AM EDT
- Expired
- Oct 12, 2025, 6:52 PM EDT
- In force
- 3 days
- Issued by
- NWS Charleston, SC
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WHUS42 KCHS 081710
CFWCHS
URGENT - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Charleston SC
110 PM EDT Wed Oct 8 2025
SCZ049-050-090115-
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/O.NEW.KCHS.CF.A.0001.251009T1200Z-251010T1900Z/
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Coastal Colleton-Charleston-
110 PM EDT Wed Oct 8 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY MORNING THROUGH
FRIDAY AFTERNOON...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY MORNING THROUGH
THURSDAY EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THURSDAY TO 8 AM EDT
SUNDAY...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Watch, up to two feet of
inundation above ground level possible along shorelines and
tidal waterways (8.0 to 8.2 feet Mean Lower Low Water at
Charleston Thursday and 8.4 to 8.6 feet Mean Lower Low Water
Friday). For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents
expected. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5
to 6 feet expected in the surf zone.
* WHERE...Coastal Colleton and Charleston Counties.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Watch, from Thursday morning
through Friday afternoon. For the High Rip Current Risk, from
Thursday morning through Thursday evening. For the High Surf
Advisory, from 2 PM Thursday to 8 AM EDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Significant saltwater inundation will render
numerous roads impassable. Properties may also flood.
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...High tide will occur around 10:06 AM
Thursday at Charleston. Saltwater inundation will be possible
several before and after high tide.
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.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
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.
Charleston Harbor SC
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 7.5 ft, Major 8.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.2 ft, Moderate 1.7 ft, Major 2.2 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
08/10 PM 6.9 1.1 0.8 N/A None
09/10 AM 8.1 2.3 1.0 N/A Major
09/10 PM 7.6 1.8 1.8 N/A Moderate
10/11 AM 8.5 2.7 1.6 N/A Major
10/11 PM 7.1 1.3 1.5 N/A Minor
&&
$$
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Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh-
Beaufort-Coastal Jasper-
110 PM EDT Wed Oct 8 2025
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY MORNING THROUGH
THURSDAY EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THURSDAY TO 8 AM EDT
SUNDAY...
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents
expected. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5
to 6 feet expected in the surf zone.
* WHERE...Georgia Beaches, Beaufort, and Coastal Jasper.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, from Thursday morning
through Thursday evening. For the High Surf Advisory, from 2
PM Thursday to 8 AM EDT Sunday.
* 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.
&&
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WHUS42 KCHS 090131
CFWCHS
URGENT - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Charleston SC
931 PM EDT Wed Oct 8 2025
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Coastal Colleton-Charleston-
931 PM EDT Wed Oct 8 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM THURSDAY TO 3 PM EDT
FRIDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM EDT THURSDAY
THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THURSDAY TO
8 AM EDT SUNDAY...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, up to two feet of
inundation above ground level possible along shorelines and
tidal waterways (8.0 to 8.2 feet Mean Lower Low Water at
Charleston Thursday and 8.4 to 8.6 feet Mean Lower Low Water
Friday). For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents
expected. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5
to 6 feet expected in the surf zone.
* WHERE...Coastal Colleton and Charleston Counties.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Warning, from 8 AM Thursday to 3
PM EDT Friday. For the High Rip Current Risk, from 8 AM EDT
Thursday through Thursday evening. For the High Surf Advisory,
from 2 PM Thursday to 8 AM EDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Significant saltwater inundation will render
numerous roads impassable. Properties may also flood.
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...High tide will occur around 10:06 AM
Thursday at Charleston. Saltwater inundation will be possible
several before and after high tide.
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.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Charleston Harbor SC
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 7.5 ft, Major 8.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.2 ft, Moderate 1.7 ft, Major 2.2 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
08/10 PM 6.6 0.8 0.5 N/A None
09/10 AM 8.1 2.3 1.0 N/A Major
09/10 PM 7.6 1.8 1.8 N/A Moderate
10/11 AM 8.5 2.7 1.6 N/A Major
10/11 PM 7.1 1.3 1.5 N/A Minor
11/12 PM 8.0 2.2 1.3 N/A Major
&&
$$
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Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh-
Beaufort-Coastal Jasper-
931 PM EDT Wed Oct 8 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO NOON EDT
THURSDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM EDT THURSDAY
THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THURSDAY TO
8 AM EDT SUNDAY...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of
inundation above ground level expected along shorelines and
tidal waterways (9.9 to 10.1 feet Mean Lower Low Water at Fort
Pulaski). For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents
expected. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5
to 6 feet expected in the surf zone.
* WHERE...In Georgia, Coastal Bryan, Coastal Chatham, Coastal
Liberty and Coastal McIntosh Counties. In South Carolina,
Beaufort and Coastal Jasper Counties.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 8 AM to noon EDT
Thursday. For the High Rip Current Risk, from 8 AM EDT
Thursday through Thursday evening. For the High Surf Advisory,
from 2 PM Thursday to 8 AM EDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Saltwater inundation will impact some roads.
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...High tide will occur around 10:12 AM
Thursday at Fort Pulaski. Saltwater inundation will be possible
1 to 2 hours before and after high tide.
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.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Fort Pulaski GA
MLLW Categories - Minor 9.5 ft, Moderate 10.0 ft, Major 10.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 2.0 ft, Moderate 2.5 ft, Major 3.0 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
08/10 PM 8.5 1.0 0.4 N/A None
09/10 AM 10.0 2.5 0.9 N/A Moderate
09/10 PM 9.6 2.1 2.0 N/A Minor
10/11 AM 10.4 2.9 1.5 N/A Moderate
11/12 AM 9.2 1.7 1.8 N/A None
11/12 PM 10.1 2.6 1.5 N/A Moderate
&&
$$
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Tidal Berkeley-
931 PM EDT Wed Oct 8 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM THURSDAY TO 3 PM
EDT FRIDAY...
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level
expected along shorelines and tidal waterways (8.4 to 8.6 feet
Mean Lower Low Water at Charleston).
* WHERE...Southern Berkeley County including Daniel Island.
* WHEN...From 8 AM Thursday to 3 PM EDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Some roads in and around Daniel Island may be
impassable.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High tide will occur around 10:06 AM
Thursday at Charleston. Saltwater inundation will be possible 1
to 2 hours before and after high tide.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Tidal Berkeley SC
MLLW Categories - Minor 8.0 ft, Moderate 8.5 ft, Major 9.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 2.2 ft, Moderate 2.7 ft, Major 3.2 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
08/10 PM 6.6 0.8 0.5 N/A None
09/10 AM 8.1 2.3 1.0 N/A Minor
09/10 PM 7.6 1.8 1.8 N/A None
10/11 AM 8.5 2.7 1.6 N/A Moderate
10/11 PM 7.1 1.3 1.5 N/A None
11/12 PM 8.0 2.2 1.3 N/A Minor
&&
$$663
WHUS42 KCHS 090615
CFWCHS
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Charleston SC
215 AM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025
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Coastal Colleton-Charleston-
215 AM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM THIS MORNING
TO 3 PM EDT FRIDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM EDT THIS
MORNING THROUGH THIS EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON
TO 8 AM EDT SUNDAY...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, up to two feet of
inundation above ground level expected along shorelines and
tidal waterways (8.0 to 8.2 feet Mean Lower Low Water at
Charleston today and 8.4 to 8.6 feet Mean Lower Low Water
Friday). For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents
expected. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5
to 6 feet expected in the surf zone.
* WHERE...Coastal Colleton and Charleston Counties.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Warning, from 8 AM this morning
to 3 PM EDT Friday. For the High Rip Current Risk, from 8 AM
EDT this morning through this evening. For the High Surf
Advisory, from 2 PM this afternoon to 8 AM EDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Significant saltwater inundation will render
numerous roads impassable. Properties may also flood.
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...High tide will occur around 10:06 AM this
morning at Charleston. Saltwater inundation will be possible
several before and after high tide.
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.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
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.
Charleston Harbor SC
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 7.5 ft, Major 8.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.2 ft, Moderate 1.7 ft, Major 2.2 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
08/10 PM 6.6 0.8 0.5 N/A None
09/10 AM 8.1 2.3 1.0 N/A Major
09/10 PM 7.6 1.8 1.8 N/A Moderate
10/11 AM 8.5 2.7 1.6 N/A Major
10/11 PM 7.1 1.3 1.5 N/A Minor
11/12 PM 8.0 2.2 1.3 N/A Major
&&
$$
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Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh-
Beaufort-Coastal Jasper-
215 AM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM THIS
MORNING TO NOON EDT TODAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM EDT THIS
MORNING THROUGH THIS EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON
TO 8 AM EDT SUNDAY...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of
inundation above ground level expected along shorelines and
tidal waterways (9.9 to 10.1 feet Mean Lower Low Water at Fort
Pulaski). For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents
expected. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5
to 6 feet expected in the surf zone.
* WHERE...In Georgia, Coastal Bryan, Coastal Chatham, Coastal
Liberty and Coastal McIntosh Counties. In South Carolina,
Beaufort and Coastal Jasper Counties.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 8 AM this morning
to noon EDT today. For the High Rip Current Risk, from 8 AM
EDT this morning through this evening. For the High Surf
Advisory, from 2 PM this afternoon to 8 AM EDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Saltwater inundation will impact some roads.
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...High tide will occur around 10:12 AM
today at Fort Pulaski. Saltwater inundation will be possible 1
to 2 hours before and after high tide.
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.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
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.
Fort Pulaski GA
MLLW Categories - Minor 9.5 ft, Moderate 10.0 ft, Major 10.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 2.0 ft, Moderate 2.5 ft, Major 3.0 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
08/10 PM 8.5 1.0 0.4 N/A None
09/10 AM 10.0 2.5 0.9 N/A Moderate
09/10 PM 9.6 2.1 2.0 N/A Minor
10/11 AM 10.4 2.9 1.5 N/A Moderate
11/12 AM 9.2 1.7 1.8 N/A None
11/12 PM 10.1 2.6 1.5 N/A Moderate
&&
$$
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Tidal Berkeley-
215 AM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM THIS
MORNING TO 3 PM EDT FRIDAY...
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level
expected along shorelines and tidal waterways (8.4 to 8.6 feet
Mean Lower Low Water at Charleston).
* WHERE...Southern Berkeley County including Daniel Island.
* WHEN...From 8 AM this morning to 3 PM EDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Some roads in and around Daniel Island may be
impassable.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High tide will occur around 10:06 AM today at
Charleston. Saltwater inundation will be possible 1 to 2 hours
before and after high tide.
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.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Tidal Berkeley SC
MLLW Categories - Minor 8.0 ft, Moderate 8.5 ft, Major 9.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 2.2 ft, Moderate 2.7 ft, Major 3.2 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
08/10 PM 6.6 0.8 0.5 N/A None
09/10 AM 8.1 2.3 1.0 N/A Minor
09/10 PM 7.6 1.8 1.8 N/A None
10/11 AM 8.5 2.7 1.6 N/A Moderate
10/11 PM 7.1 1.3 1.5 N/A None
11/12 PM 8.0 2.2 1.3 N/A Minor
&&
$$292
WHUS42 KCHS 091406
CFWCHS
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Charleston SC
1006 AM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025
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Coastal Colleton-Charleston-
1006 AM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM EDT
FRIDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON
TO 8 AM EDT SUNDAY...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, one to two feet of
inundation above ground level along shorelines and tidal
waterways (7.7 to 7.9 feet Mean Lower Low Water at Charleston)
this morning and one to two feet of inundation above ground
level (8.4 to 8.6 feet Mean Lower Low Water at Charleston)
Friday morning. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip
currents. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5
to 6 feet expected in the surf zone.
* WHERE...Coastal Colleton and Charleston Counties.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Warning, until 3 PM EDT Friday.
For the High Rip Current Risk, until 8 PM EDT this evening.
For the High Surf Advisory, from 2 PM this afternoon to 8 AM
EDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Significant saltwater inundation will render
numerous roads impassable. Properties may also flood.
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...High tide will occur around 10:15 AM this
morning at Charleston. Saltwater inundation will be possible 2
to 3 hours before and after high tide.
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.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
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.
Charleston Harbor SC
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 7.5 ft, Major 8.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.2 ft, Moderate 1.7 ft, Major 2.2 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
09/10 AM 7.7 1.9 0.6 N/A Moderate
09/10 PM 7.2 1.4 1.4 N/A Minor
10/11 AM 8.5 2.7 1.6 N/A Major
10/11 PM 7.1 1.3 1.5 N/A Minor
11/12 PM 8.0 2.2 1.3 N/A Major
12/12 AM 6.7 0.9 1.4 N/A None
&&
$$
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Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh-
Beaufort-Coastal Jasper-
1006 AM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EDT
TODAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON
TO 8 AM EDT SUNDAY...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of
inundation above ground level along shorelines and tidal
waterways (9.7 to 9.9 feet Mean Lower Low Water at Fort
Pulaski). For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5 to 6 feet
expected in the surf zone.
* WHERE...In Georgia, Coastal Bryan, Coastal Chatham, Coastal
Liberty and Coastal McIntosh Counties. In South Carolina,
Beaufort and Coastal Jasper Counties.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until noon EDT today.
For the High Rip Current Risk, until 8 PM EDT this evening.
For the High Surf Advisory, from 2 PM this afternoon to 8 AM
EDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Saltwater inundation will impact some roads.
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...High tide will occur around 10:15 AM this
morning at Fort Pulaski. Saltwater inundation will be possible
1 to 2 hours before and after high tide.
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.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
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.
Fort Pulaski GA
MLLW Categories - Minor 9.5 ft, Moderate 10.0 ft, Major 10.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 2.0 ft, Moderate 2.5 ft, Major 3.0 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
09/10 AM 9.8 2.3 0.7 N/A Minor
09/10 PM 9.4 1.9 1.8 N/A None
10/11 AM 10.4 2.9 1.5 N/A Moderate
11/12 AM 9.2 1.7 1.8 N/A None
11/12 PM 10.0 2.5 1.4 N/A Moderate
12/12 AM 8.6 1.1 1.7 N/A None
&&
$$
SCZ052-092215-
/O.CON.KCHS.CF.Y.0041.000000T0000Z-251010T1900Z/
Tidal Berkeley-
1006 AM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM EDT
FRIDAY...
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level along
shorelines and tidal waterways (8.4 to 8.6 feet Mean Lower Low
Water at Charleston).
* WHERE...Southern Berkeley County including Daniel Island.
* WHEN...Until 3 PM EDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Some roads in and around Daniel Island may be
impassable.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High tide will occur around 10:30 AM this
morning at Charleston. Saltwater inundation will be possible 1
to 2 hours before and after high tide.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Tidal Berkeley SC
MLLW Categories - Minor 8.0 ft, Moderate 8.5 ft, Major 9.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 2.2 ft, Moderate 2.7 ft, Major 3.2 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
09/10 AM 7.7 1.9 0.6 N/A None
09/10 PM 7.2 1.4 1.4 N/A None
10/11 AM 8.5 2.7 1.6 N/A Moderate
10/11 PM 7.1 1.3 1.5 N/A None
11/12 PM 8.0 2.2 1.3 N/A Minor
12/12 AM 6.7 0.9 1.4 N/A None
&&
$$722
WHUS42 KCHS 091608
CFWCHS
URGENT - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Charleston SC
1208 PM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025
SCZ049-050-100015-
/O.CAN.KCHS.CF.W.0002.000000T0000Z-251010T1900Z/
/O.NEW.KCHS.CF.W.0003.251010T1300Z-251010T1900Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0008.251009T1800Z-251012T1200Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-251010T0000Z/
Coastal Colleton-Charleston-
1208 PM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT SUNDAY...
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 3 PM EDT FRIDAY...
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5 to 6 feet
expected in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Warning, one
to two feet of inundation above ground level expected along
shorelines and tidal waterways (8.4 to 8.6 feet Mean Lower Low
Water at Charleston).
* WHERE...Coastal Colleton and Charleston Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, until 8 PM EDT this
evening. For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Sunday.
For the Coastal Flood Warning, from 9 AM to 3 PM EDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Significant saltwater inundation will render
numerous roads impassable. Properties may also flood.
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...High tide will occur around 11:15 AM Friday
morning at Charleston. Saltwater inundation will be possible 1
to 2 hours before and after high tide.
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.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
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.
Charleston Harbor SC
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 7.5 ft, Major 8.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.2 ft, Moderate 1.7 ft, Major 2.2 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
09/10 AM 7.7 1.9 0.6 N/A Moderate
09/10 PM 7.2 1.4 1.4 N/A Minor
10/11 AM 8.5 2.7 1.6 N/A Major
10/11 PM 7.1 1.3 1.5 N/A Minor
11/12 PM 8.0 2.2 1.3 N/A Major
12/12 AM 6.7 0.9 1.4 N/A None
&&
$$
SCZ052-100015-
/O.CAN.KCHS.CF.Y.0041.000000T0000Z-251010T1900Z/
/O.NEW.KCHS.CF.Y.0042.251010T1300Z-251010T1900Z/
Tidal Berkeley-
1208 PM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 3 PM EDT
FRIDAY...
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level
expected along shorelines and tidal waterways (8.4 to 8.6 feet
Mean Lower Low Water at Charleston).
* WHERE...Southern Berkeley County including Daniel Island.
* WHEN...From 9 AM to 3 PM EDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Some roads in and around Daniel Island may be
impassable.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High tide will occur around 11:15 AM Friday
morning at Charleston. Saltwater inundation will be possible 1
to 2 hours before and after high tide.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Tidal Berkeley SC
MLLW Categories - Minor 8.0 ft, Moderate 8.5 ft, Major 9.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 2.2 ft, Moderate 2.7 ft, Major 3.2 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
09/10 AM 7.7 1.9 0.6 N/A None
09/10 PM 7.2 1.4 1.4 N/A None
10/11 AM 8.5 2.7 1.6 N/A Moderate
10/11 PM 7.1 1.3 1.5 N/A None
11/12 PM 8.0 2.2 1.3 N/A Minor
12/12 AM 6.7 0.9 1.4 N/A None
&&
$$
GAZ117-119-139-141-SCZ048-051-100015-
/O.EXP.KCHS.CF.Y.0041.000000T0000Z-251009T1600Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0008.251009T1800Z-251012T1200Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-251010T0000Z/
Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh-
Beaufort-Coastal Jasper-
1208 PM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT SUNDAY...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5 to 6 feet
expected in the surf zone.
* WHERE...Georgia Beaches, Beaufort, and Coastal Jasper.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, until 8 PM EDT this
evening. For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Sunday.
* 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.
&&
$$281
WHUS42 KCHS 091757
CFWCHS
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Charleston SC
157 PM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025
SCZ049-050-100200-
/O.EXT.KCHS.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-251011T0000Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.CF.W.0003.251010T1300Z-251010T1900Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0008.251009T1800Z-251012T1200Z/
Coastal Colleton-Charleston-
157 PM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT SUNDAY...
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 3 PM EDT
FRIDAY...
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5 to 6 feet
expected in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Warning, one
to two feet of inundation above ground level expected along
shorelines and tidal waterways (8.4 to 8.6 feet Mean Lower Low
Water at Charleston).
* WHERE...Coastal Colleton and Charleston Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, through Friday evening.
For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Sunday. For the
Coastal Flood Warning, from 9 AM to 3 PM EDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Significant saltwater inundation will render
numerous roads impassable. Properties may also flood.
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...High tide will occur around 11:15 AM Friday
morning at Charleston. Saltwater inundation will be possible 1
to 2 hours before and after high tide.
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.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
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.
Charleston Harbor SC
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 7.5 ft, Major 8.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.2 ft, Moderate 1.7 ft, Major 2.2 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
09/10 PM 7.2 1.4 1.4 N/A Minor
10/11 AM 8.5 2.7 1.6 N/A Major
10/11 PM 7.1 1.3 1.5 N/A Minor
11/12 PM 8.0 2.2 1.3 N/A Major
12/12 AM 6.7 0.9 1.4 N/A None
&&
$$
SCZ052-100200-
/O.CON.KCHS.CF.Y.0042.251010T1300Z-251010T1900Z/
Tidal Berkeley-
157 PM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 3 PM EDT
FRIDAY...
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level
expected along shorelines and tidal waterways (8.4 to 8.6 feet
Mean Lower Low Water at Charleston).
* WHERE...Southern Berkeley County including Daniel Island.
* WHEN...From 9 AM to 3 PM EDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Some roads in and around Daniel Island may be
impassable.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High tide will occur around 11:15 AM Friday
morning at Charleston. Saltwater inundation will be possible 1
to 2 hours before and after high tide.
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.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Tidal Berkeley SC
MLLW Categories - Minor 8.0 ft, Moderate 8.5 ft, Major 9.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 2.2 ft, Moderate 2.7 ft, Major 3.2 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
09/10 PM 7.2 1.4 1.4 N/A None
10/11 AM 8.5 2.7 1.6 N/A Moderate
10/11 PM 7.1 1.3 1.5 N/A None
11/12 PM 8.0 2.2 1.3 N/A Minor
12/12 AM 6.7 0.9 1.4 N/A None
&&
$$
GAZ117-119-139-141-SCZ048-051-100200-
/O.EXT.KCHS.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-251011T0000Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0008.251009T1800Z-251012T1200Z/
Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh-
Beaufort-Coastal Jasper-
157 PM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT SUNDAY...
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5 to 6 feet
expected in the surf zone.
* WHERE...Georgia Beaches, Beaufort, and Coastal Jasper.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, through Friday evening.
For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and
localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best
swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
$$453
WHUS42 KCHS 092315
CFWCHS
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Charleston SC
715 PM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025
SCZ049-050-100715-
/O.NEW.KCHS.CF.Y.0043.251010T0100Z-251010T0400Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.CF.W.0003.251010T1300Z-251010T1900Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-251012T1200Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-251011T0000Z/
Coastal Colleton-Charleston-
715 PM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT SUNDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH FRIDAY
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EDT TONIGHT...
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 3 PM EDT
FRIDAY...
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5 to
6 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk,
dangerous rip currents. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to
one half foot of inundation above ground level expected along
shorelines and tidal waterways (7.0 to 7.2 feet Mean Lower Low
Water at Charleston). For the Coastal Flood Warning, one to two
feet of inundation above ground level expected along shorelines
and tidal waterways (8.4 to 8.6 feet Mean Lower Low Water at
Charleston).
* WHERE...Coastal Colleton and Charleston Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Sunday. For
the High Rip Current Risk, through Friday evening. For the
Coastal Flood Advisory, until midnight EDT tonight. For the
Coastal Flood Warning, from 9 AM to 3 PM EDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Significant saltwater inundation will render
numerous roads impassable. Properties may also flood.
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...High tide will occur around 10:31 PM this
evening and 11:02 AM Friday at Charleston. Saltwater inundation
will be possible 1 to 2 hours before and after high tide.
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.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Charleston Harbor SC
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 7.5 ft, Major 8.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.2 ft, Moderate 1.7 ft, Major 2.2 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
09/10 PM 7.1 1.3 1.3 N/A Minor
10/11 AM 8.5 2.7 1.6 N/A Major
10/11 PM 7.1 1.3 1.5 N/A Minor
11/12 PM 8.0 2.2 1.3 N/A Major
12/12 AM 6.7 0.9 1.4 N/A None
12/01 PM 7.5 1.7 1.0 N/A Moderate
&&
$$
SCZ052-100715-
/O.CON.KCHS.CF.Y.0042.251010T1300Z-251010T1900Z/
Tidal Berkeley-
715 PM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 3 PM EDT
FRIDAY...
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level
expected along shorelines and tidal waterways (8.4 to 8.6 feet
Mean Lower Low Water at Charleston).
* WHERE...Southern Berkeley County including Daniel Island.
* WHEN...From 9 AM to 3 PM EDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Some roads in and around Daniel Island may be
impassable.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High tide will occur around 11:02 AM Friday
at Charleston. Saltwater inundation will be possible 1 to 2
hours before and after high tide.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Tidal Berkeley SC
MLLW Categories - Minor 8.0 ft, Moderate 8.5 ft, Major 9.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 2.2 ft, Moderate 2.7 ft, Major 3.2 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
09/10 PM 7.1 1.3 1.3 N/A None
10/11 AM 8.5 2.7 1.6 N/A Moderate
10/11 PM 7.1 1.3 1.5 N/A None
11/12 PM 8.0 2.2 1.3 N/A Minor
12/12 AM 6.7 0.9 1.4 N/A None
12/01 PM 7.5 1.7 1.0 N/A None
&&
$$
GAZ117-119-139-141-SCZ048-051-100715-
/O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-251012T1200Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-251011T0000Z/
Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh-
Beaufort-Coastal Jasper-
715 PM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT SUNDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH FRIDAY
EVENING...
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5 to
6 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk,
dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...Georgia Beaches, Beaufort, and Coastal Jasper.
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Sunday. For
the High Rip Current Risk, through Friday 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.
&&
$$298
WHUS42 KCHS 100356
CFWCHS
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Charleston SC
1156 PM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025
SCZ049-050-101200-
/O.EXP.KCHS.CF.Y.0043.000000T0000Z-251010T0400Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.CF.W.0003.251010T1300Z-251010T1900Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-251012T1200Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-251011T0000Z/
Coastal Colleton-Charleston-
1156 PM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT SUNDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH FRIDAY
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 3 PM EDT
FRIDAY...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT MIDNIGHT EDT TONIGHT...
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5 to
6 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk,
dangerous rip currents. For the Coastal Flood Warning, one to
two feet of inundation above ground level expected along
shorelines and tidal waterways (8.3 to 8.5 feet Mean Lower Low
Water at Charleston).
* WHERE...Coastal Colleton and Charleston Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Sunday. For
the High Rip Current Risk, through Friday evening. For the
Coastal Flood Warning, from 9 AM to 3 PM EDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Significant saltwater inundation will render
numerous roads impassable. Properties may also flood.
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...High tide will occur around 11:02 AM Friday at
Charleston. Saltwater inundation will be possible 1 to 2 hours
before and after high tide.
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.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
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.
Charleston Harbor SC
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 7.5 ft, Major 8.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.2 ft, Moderate 1.7 ft, Major 2.2 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
10/11 AM 8.4 2.6 1.5 N/A Major
10/11 PM 7.1 1.3 1.5 N/A Minor
11/12 PM 7.9 2.1 1.2 N/A Moderate
12/12 AM 6.7 0.9 1.4 N/A None
12/01 PM 7.5 1.7 1.0 N/A Moderate
&&
$$
SCZ052-101200-
/O.CON.KCHS.CF.Y.0042.251010T1300Z-251010T1900Z/
Tidal Berkeley-
1156 PM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 3 PM EDT
FRIDAY...
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level
expected along shorelines and tidal waterways (8.3 to 8.5 feet
Mean Lower Low Water at Charleston).
* WHERE...Southern Berkeley County including Daniel Island.
* WHEN...From 9 AM to 3 PM EDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Water may cover some roads and encroach on yards on
Daniel Island.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High tide will occur around 11:02 AM Friday at
Charleston. Saltwater inundation will be possible 1 to 2 hours
before and after high tide.
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.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Tidal Berkeley SC
MLLW Categories - Minor 8.0 ft, Moderate 8.5 ft, Major 9.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 2.2 ft, Moderate 2.7 ft, Major 3.2 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
10/11 AM 8.4 2.6 1.5 N/A Minor
10/11 PM 7.1 1.3 1.5 N/A None
11/12 PM 7.9 2.1 1.2 N/A None
12/12 AM 6.7 0.9 1.4 N/A None
12/01 PM 7.5 1.7 1.0 N/A None
&&
$$
GAZ117-119-139-141-SCZ048-051-101200-
/O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-251012T1200Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-251011T0000Z/
Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh-
Beaufort-Coastal Jasper-
1156 PM EDT Thu Oct 9 2025
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT SUNDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH FRIDAY
EVENING...
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5 to
6 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk,
dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...Georgia Beaches, Beaufort, and Coastal Jasper.
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Sunday. For
the High Rip Current Risk, through Friday evening.
* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and
localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best
swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
$$068
WHUS42 KCHS 100603
CFWCHS
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Charleston SC
203 AM EDT Fri Oct 10 2025
SCZ049-050-101415-
/O.CON.KCHS.CF.W.0003.251010T1300Z-251010T1900Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-251012T1200Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-251011T0000Z/
Coastal Colleton-Charleston-
203 AM EDT Fri Oct 10 2025
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT SUNDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THIS MORNING
TO 3 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5 to
6 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk,
dangerous rip currents. For the Coastal Flood Warning, one to
two feet of inundation above ground level expected along
shorelines and tidal waterways (8.3 to 8.5 feet Mean Lower Low
Water at Charleston).
* WHERE...Coastal Colleton and Charleston Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Sunday. For
the High Rip Current Risk, through this evening. For the
Coastal Flood Warning, from 9 AM this morning to 3 PM EDT this
afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Significant saltwater inundation will render
numerous roads impassable. Properties may also flood.
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...High tide will occur around 11:02 AM today
at Charleston. Saltwater inundation will be possible to 1 to 2
hours before and after high tide.
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.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
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.
Charleston Harbor SC
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 7.5 ft, Major 8.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.2 ft, Moderate 1.7 ft, Major 2.2 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
10/11 AM 8.4 2.6 1.5 N/A Major
10/11 PM 7.1 1.3 1.5 N/A Minor
11/12 PM 7.9 2.1 1.2 N/A Moderate
12/12 AM 6.7 0.9 1.4 N/A None
12/01 PM 7.5 1.7 1.0 N/A Moderate
&&
$$
GAZ117-119-139-141-SCZ048-051-101415-
/O.EXA.KCHS.CF.Y.0042.251010T1300Z-251010T1900Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-251012T1200Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-251011T0000Z/
Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh-
Beaufort-Coastal Jasper-
203 AM EDT Fri Oct 10 2025
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT SUNDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THIS MORNING TO
3 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5 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 along
shorelines and tidal waterways (10.2 to 10.4 feet Mean Lower Low
Water at Fort Pulaski).
* WHERE...In Georgia, Coastal Bryan, Coastal Chatham, Coastal
Liberty and Coastal McIntosh Counties. In South Carolina,
Beaufort and Coastal Jasper Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Sunday. For
the High Rip Current Risk, through this evening. For the
Coastal Flood Advisory, from 9 AM this morning to 3 PM EDT
this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Saltwater inundation will impact some roads.
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...High tide will occur around 11:07 AM
today at Fort Pulaski. Saltwater inundation will be possible 1
to 2 hours before and after high tide.
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.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
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.
Fort Pulaski GA
MLLW Categories - Minor 9.5 ft, Moderate 10.0 ft, Major 10.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 2.0 ft, Moderate 2.5 ft, Major 3.0 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
10/11 AM 10.3 2.8 1.4 N/A Moderate
10/11 PM 9.0 1.5 1.7 N/A None
11/11 AM 9.8 2.3 1.7 N/A Minor
12/12 AM 8.5 1.0 1.6 N/A None
12/01 PM 9.4 1.9 1.2 N/A None
&&
$$
SCZ052-101415-
/O.CON.KCHS.CF.Y.0042.251010T1300Z-251010T1900Z/
Tidal Berkeley-
203 AM EDT Fri Oct 10 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THIS
MORNING TO 3 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level
expected along shorelines and tidal waterways (8.3 to 8.5 feet
Mean Lower Low Water at Charleston).
* WHERE...Southern Berkeley County including Daniel Island.
* WHEN...From 9 AM this morning to 3 PM EDT this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Water may cover some roads and encroach on yards on
Daniel Island.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High tide will occur around 11:02 AM
today at Charleston. Saltwater inundation will be possible 1
to 2 hours before and after high tide.
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.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Tidal Berkeley SC
MLLW Categories - Minor 8.0 ft, Moderate 8.5 ft, Major 9.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 2.2 ft, Moderate 2.7 ft, Major 3.2 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
10/11 AM 8.4 2.6 1.5 N/A Minor
10/11 PM 7.1 1.3 1.5 N/A None
11/12 PM 7.9 2.1 1.2 N/A None
12/12 AM 6.7 0.9 1.4 N/A None
12/01 PM 7.5 1.7 1.0 N/A None
&&
$$573 WHUS42 KCHS 101740 CFWCHS Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Charleston SC 140 PM EDT Fri Oct 10 2025 SCZ049-050-110145- /O.CAN.KCHS.CF.W.0003.000000T0000Z-251010T1900Z/ /O.EXT.KCHS.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-251012T0000Z/ /O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-251012T1200Z/ Coastal Colleton-Charleston- 140 PM EDT Fri Oct 10 2025 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING... ...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT SUNDAY... ...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5 to 6 feet in the surf zone. * WHERE...Coastal Colleton and Charleston Counties. * WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, through Saturday evening. For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions. Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$ GAZ117-119-139-141-SCZ048-051-110145- /O.CAN.KCHS.CF.Y.0042.000000T0000Z-251010T1900Z/ /O.EXT.KCHS.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-251012T0000Z/ /O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-251012T1200Z/ Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh- Beaufort-Coastal Jasper- 140 PM EDT Fri Oct 10 2025 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING... ...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT SUNDAY... ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5 to 6 feet in the surf zone. * WHERE...Georgia Beaches, Beaufort, and Coastal Jasper. * WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, through Saturday evening. For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Sunday. * 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. && $$ SCZ052-101845- /O.CAN.KCHS.CF.Y.0042.000000T0000Z-251010T1900Z/ Tidal Berkeley- 140 PM EDT Fri Oct 10 2025 ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... $$
120
WHUS42 KCHS 102229
CFWCHS
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Charleston SC
629 PM EDT Fri Oct 10 2025
SCZ049-050-110630-
/O.NEW.KCHS.CF.Y.0044.251011T0200Z-251011T0500Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-251012T1200Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-251012T0000Z/
Coastal Colleton-Charleston-
629 PM EDT Fri Oct 10 2025
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT SUNDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO
1 AM EDT SATURDAY...
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 1
to 5 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk,
dangerous rip currents. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to
one half foot of inundation above ground level expected along
shorelines and tidal waterways (7.0 to 7.2 feet Mean Lower Low
Water at Charleston).
* WHERE...Coastal Colleton and Charleston Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Sunday. For
the High Rip Current Risk, through Saturday evening. For the
Coastal Flood Advisory, from 10 PM this evening to 1 AM EDT
Saturday.
* IMPACTS...This will result in some roads becoming impassable
and minor flooding of properties. 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...High tide will occur around 11:28 PM
today at Charleston. Saltwater inundation will be possible 1
to 2 hours before and after high tide.
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.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
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.
Charleston Harbor SC
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 7.5 ft, Major 8.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.2 ft, Moderate 1.7 ft, Major 2.2 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
10/11 PM 7.1 1.3 1.5 N/A Minor
11/12 PM 7.9 2.1 1.2 N/A Moderate
12/12 AM 6.7 0.9 1.4 N/A None
12/01 PM 7.5 1.7 1.0 N/A Moderate
13/02 AM 6.3 0.5 1.1 N/A None
13/02 PM 7.1 1.3 0.9 N/A Minor
&&
$$
GAZ117-119-139-141-SCZ048-051-110630-
/O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-251012T1200Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-251012T0000Z/
Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh-
Beaufort-Coastal Jasper-
629 PM EDT Fri Oct 10 2025
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT SUNDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY
EVENING...
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 1
to 6 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk,
dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...Georgia Beaches, Beaufort, and Coastal Jasper.
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Sunday. For
the High Rip Current Risk, through Saturday evening.
* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and
localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best
swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
$$763
WHUS42 KCHS 110141
CFWCHS
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Charleston SC
941 PM EDT Fri Oct 10 2025
SCZ049-050-110945-
/O.NEW.KCHS.CF.Y.0045.251011T1400Z-251011T1800Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-251012T1200Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.CF.Y.0044.251011T0200Z-251011T0500Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-251012T0000Z/
Coastal Colleton-Charleston-
941 PM EDT Fri Oct 10 2025
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT SUNDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EDT
SATURDAY...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 2 PM EDT
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 1
to 6 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk,
dangerous rip currents. For the first Coastal Flood Advisory,
up to one half foot of inundation above ground level expected
along shorelines and tidal waterways (6.9 to 7.1 feet Mean
Lower Low Water at Charleston). For the second Coastal Flood
Advisory, up to one foot of inundation above ground level
expected along shorelines and tidal waterways (7.7 to 7.9 feet
Mean Lower Low Water at Charleston).
* WHERE...Coastal Colleton and Charleston Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Sunday. For
the High Rip Current Risk, through Saturday evening. For the
first Coastal Flood Advisory, until 1 AM EDT Saturday. For the
second Coastal Flood Advisory, from 10 AM to 2 PM EDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...This will result in some roads becoming impassable
and minor flooding of properties. 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...High tide will occur around 11:28 PM today
and around 12:01 PM Saturday at Charleston. Saltwater
inundation will be possible 1 to 2 hours before and after high
tide.
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.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
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.
Charleston Harbor SC
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 7.5 ft, Major 8.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.2 ft, Moderate 1.7 ft, Major 2.2 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
10/11 PM 7.0 1.2 1.4 N/A Minor
11/12 PM 7.8 2.0 1.1 N/A Moderate
12/12 AM 6.7 0.9 1.4 N/A None
12/01 PM 7.4 1.6 0.9 N/A Minor
13/02 AM 6.2 0.4 1.0 N/A None
13/02 PM 6.9 1.1 0.7 N/A None
&&
$$
GAZ117-119-139-141-SCZ048-051-110945-
/O.NEW.KCHS.CF.Y.0045.251011T1500Z-251011T1800Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-251012T1200Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-251012T0000Z/
Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh-
Beaufort-Coastal Jasper-
941 PM EDT Fri Oct 10 2025
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT SUNDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 2 PM EDT
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 1
to 6 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk,
dangerous rip currents. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to
one half foot of inundation above ground level expected along
shorelines and tidal waterways (9.6 to 9.8 feet Mean Lower Low
Water at Fort Pulaski).
* WHERE...In Georgia, Coastal Bryan, Coastal Chatham, Coastal
Liberty and Coastal McIntosh Counties. In South Carolina,
Beaufort and Coastal Jasper Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Sunday. For
the High Rip Current Risk, through Saturday evening. For the
Coastal Flood Advisory, from 11 AM to 2 PM EDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Saltwater inundation will impact some roads.
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...High tide will occur around 11:38 PM today
and around 12:07 PM Saturday at Fort Pulaski. Saltwater
inundation will be possible 1 to 2 hours before and after high
tide.
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.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
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.
Fort Pulaski GA
MLLW Categories - Minor 9.5 ft, Moderate 10.0 ft, Major 10.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 2.0 ft, Moderate 2.5 ft, Major 3.0 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
11/12 AM 9.3 1.8 1.9 N/A None
11/12 PM 9.7 2.2 1.1 N/A Minor
12/01 AM 8.4 0.9 1.3 N/A None
12/01 PM 9.3 1.8 1.1 N/A None
13/02 AM 7.7 0.2 0.8 N/A None
13/02 PM 9.1 1.6 1.1 N/A None
&&
$$715
WHUS42 KCHS 110203
CFWCHS
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Charleston SC
1003 PM EDT Fri Oct 10 2025
SCZ049-050-111015-
/O.CON.KCHS.CF.Y.0044.000000T0000Z-251011T0500Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-251012T1200Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.CF.Y.0045.251011T1400Z-251011T1800Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-251012T0000Z/
Coastal Colleton-Charleston-
1003 PM EDT Fri Oct 10 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EDT
SATURDAY...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT SUNDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 2 PM
EDT SATURDAY...
* WHAT...For the first Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot
of inundation above ground level along shorelines and tidal
waterways (6.9 to 7.1 feet Mean Lower Low Water at Charleston).
For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5 to 6 feet
in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip
currents. For the second Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot
of inundation above ground level expected along shorelines and
tidal waterways (7.7 to 7.9 feet Mean Lower Low Water at
Charleston).
* WHERE...Coastal Colleton and Charleston Counties.
* WHEN...For the first Coastal Flood Advisory, until 1 AM EDT
Saturday. For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Sunday.
For the High Rip Current Risk, through Saturday evening. For
the second Coastal Flood Advisory, from 10 AM to 2 PM EDT
Saturday.
* IMPACTS...This will result in some roads becoming impassable
and minor flooding of properties. 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...High tide will occur around 11:28 PM today
and around 12:01 PM Saturday at Charleston. Saltwater
inundation will be possible 1 to 2 hours before and after high
tide.
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.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
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.
Charleston Harbor SC
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 7.5 ft, Major 8.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.2 ft, Moderate 1.7 ft, Major 2.2 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
10/11 PM 7.0 1.2 1.4 N/A Minor
11/12 PM 7.8 2.0 1.1 N/A Moderate
12/12 AM 6.7 0.9 1.4 N/A None
12/01 PM 7.4 1.6 0.9 N/A Minor
13/02 AM 6.2 0.4 1.0 N/A None
13/02 PM 6.9 1.1 0.7 N/A None
&&
$$
GAZ117-119-139-141-SCZ048-051-111015-
/O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-251012T1200Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.CF.Y.0045.251011T1500Z-251011T1800Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-251012T0000Z/
Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh-
Beaufort-Coastal Jasper-
1003 PM EDT Fri Oct 10 2025
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT SUNDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 2 PM
EDT SATURDAY...
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5 to
6 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk,
dangerous rip currents. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to
one half foot of inundation above ground level expected along
shorelines and tidal waterways (9.6 to 9.8 feet Mean Lower Low
Water at Fort Pulaski).
* WHERE...In Georgia, Coastal Bryan, Coastal Chatham, Coastal
Liberty and Coastal McIntosh Counties. In South Carolina,
Beaufort and Coastal Jasper Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Sunday. For
the High Rip Current Risk, through Saturday evening. For the
Coastal Flood Advisory, from 11 AM to 2 PM EDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Saltwater inundation will impact some roads.
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...High tide will occur around 11:38 PM today
and around 12:07 PM Saturday at Fort Pulaski. Saltwater
inundation will be possible 1 to 2 hours before and after high
tide.
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.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
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.
Fort Pulaski GA
MLLW Categories - Minor 9.5 ft, Moderate 10.0 ft, Major 10.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 2.0 ft, Moderate 2.5 ft, Major 3.0 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
11/12 AM 9.3 1.8 1.9 N/A None
11/12 PM 9.7 2.2 1.1 N/A Minor
12/01 AM 8.4 0.9 1.3 N/A None
12/01 PM 9.3 1.8 1.1 N/A None
13/02 AM 7.7 0.2 0.8 N/A None
13/02 PM 9.1 1.6 1.1 N/A None
&&
$$897
WHUS42 KCHS 110541
CFWCHS
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Charleston SC
141 AM EDT Sat Oct 11 2025
GAZ117-119-139-141-SCZ048-051-111345-
/O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-251012T1200Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.CF.Y.0045.251011T1500Z-251011T1800Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-251012T0000Z/
Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh-
Beaufort-Coastal Jasper-
141 AM EDT Sat Oct 11 2025
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT SUNDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS
MORNING TO 2 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves up to 6
feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous
rip currents. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half
foot of inundation above ground level expected along shorelines
and tidal waterways (9.6 to 9.8 feet Mean Lower Low Water at
Fort Pulaski).
* WHERE...In Georgia, Coastal Bryan, Coastal Chatham, Coastal
Liberty and Coastal McIntosh Counties. In South Carolina,
Beaufort and Coastal Jasper Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Sunday. For
the High Rip Current Risk, through this evening. For the
Coastal Flood Advisory, from 11 AM this morning to 2 PM EDT
this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Saltwater inundation will impact some roads.
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...High tide will occur around 12:07 PM
today at Fort Pulaski. Saltwater inundation will be possible 1
to 2 hours before and after high tide.
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.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Fort Pulaski GA
MLLW Categories - Minor 9.5 ft, Moderate 10.0 ft, Major 10.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 2.0 ft, Moderate 2.5 ft, Major 3.0 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
11/12 AM 9.3 1.8 1.9 N/A None
11/12 PM 9.7 2.2 1.1 N/A Minor
12/01 AM 8.4 0.9 1.3 N/A None
12/01 PM 9.3 1.8 1.1 N/A None
13/02 AM 7.7 0.2 0.8 N/A None
13/02 PM 9.1 1.6 1.1 N/A None
&&
$$
SCZ049-050-111345-
/O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-251012T1200Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.CF.Y.0045.251011T1400Z-251011T1800Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-251012T0000Z/
Coastal Colleton-Charleston-
141 AM EDT Sat Oct 11 2025
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT SUNDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS
MORNING TO 2 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves up 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 along shorelines and
tidal waterways (7.7 to 7.9 feet Mean Lower Low Water at
Charleston).
* WHERE...Coastal Colleton and Charleston Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Sunday. For
the High Rip Current Risk, through this evening. For the
Coastal Flood Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 2 PM EDT
this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...This will result in some roads becoming impassable
and minor flooding of properties. 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...High tide will occur around 12:01 PM
today at Charleston. Saltwater inundation will be possible 1
to 2 hours before and after high tide.
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.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Charleston Harbor SC
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 7.5 ft, Major 8.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.2 ft, Moderate 1.7 ft, Major 2.2 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
10/11 PM 7.0 1.2 1.4 N/A Minor
11/12 PM 7.8 2.0 1.1 N/A Moderate
12/12 AM 6.7 0.9 1.4 N/A None
12/01 PM 7.4 1.6 0.9 N/A Minor
13/02 AM 6.2 0.4 1.0 N/A None
13/02 PM 6.9 1.1 0.7 N/A None
&&
$$061
WHUS42 KCHS 111126
CFWCHS
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Charleston SC
726 AM EDT Sat Oct 11 2025
GAZ117-119-139-141-SCZ048-051-111930-
/O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-251012T1200Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.CF.Y.0045.251011T1500Z-251011T1800Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-251012T0000Z/
Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh-
Beaufort-Coastal Jasper-
726 AM EDT Sat Oct 11 2025
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT SUNDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS
MORNING TO 2 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves up to
6 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk,
dangerous rip currents. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to
one half foot of inundation above ground level expected along
shorelines and tidal waterways (9.6 to 9.8 feet Mean Lower Low
Water at Fort Pulaski).
* WHERE...In Georgia, Coastal Bryan, Coastal Chatham, Coastal
Liberty and Coastal McIntosh Counties. In South Carolina,
Beaufort and Coastal Jasper Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Sunday. For
the High Rip Current Risk, through this evening. For the
Coastal Flood Advisory, from 11 AM this morning to 2 PM EDT
this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Saltwater inundation will impact some roads.
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...High tide will occur around 12:07 PM
today at Fort Pulaski. Saltwater inundation will be possible 1
to 2 hours before and after high tide.
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.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Fort Pulaski GA
MLLW Categories - Minor 9.5 ft, Moderate 10.0 ft, Major 10.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 2.0 ft, Moderate 2.5 ft, Major 3.0 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
11/12 AM 9.3 1.8 1.9 N/A None
11/12 PM 9.7 2.2 1.1 N/A Minor
12/01 AM 8.4 0.9 1.3 N/A None
12/01 PM 9.3 1.8 1.1 N/A None
13/02 AM 7.7 0.2 0.8 N/A None
13/02 PM 9.1 1.6 1.1 N/A None
&&
$$
SCZ049-050-111930-
/O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-251012T1200Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.CF.Y.0045.251011T1400Z-251011T1800Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-251012T0000Z/
Coastal Colleton-Charleston-
726 AM EDT Sat Oct 11 2025
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT SUNDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves up 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 along
shorelines and tidal waterways (7.7 to 7.9 feet Mean Lower Low
Water at Charleston).
* WHERE...Coastal Colleton and Charleston Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Sunday. For
the High Rip Current Risk, through this evening. For the
Coastal Flood Advisory, until 2 PM EDT this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...This will result in some roads becoming impassable
and minor flooding of properties. 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...High tide will occur around 12:01 PM
today at Charleston. Saltwater inundation will be possible 1
to 2 hours before and after high tide.
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.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Charleston Harbor SC
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 7.5 ft, Major 8.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.2 ft, Moderate 1.7 ft, Major 2.2 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
10/11 PM 7.0 1.2 1.4 N/A Minor
11/12 PM 7.8 2.0 1.1 N/A Moderate
12/12 AM 6.7 0.9 1.4 N/A None
12/01 PM 7.4 1.6 0.9 N/A Minor
13/02 AM 6.2 0.4 1.0 N/A None
13/02 PM 6.9 1.1 0.7 N/A None
&&
$$868
WHUS42 KCHS 111226
CFWCHS
URGENT - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Charleston SC
826 AM EDT Sat Oct 11 2025
SCZ049-050-112030-
/O.UPG.KCHS.CF.Y.0045.251011T1400Z-251011T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KCHS.CF.W.0004.251011T1400Z-251011T1900Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-251012T1200Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-251012T0000Z/
Coastal Colleton-Charleston-
826 AM EDT Sat Oct 11 2025
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT SUNDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of up to
6 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk,
dangerous rip currents. For the Coastal Flood Warning, one to
two feet of inundation above ground level expected along
shorelines and tidal waterways (7.9 to 8.1 feet Mean Lower Low
Water at Charleston).
* WHERE...Coastal Colleton and Charleston Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Sunday. For
the High Rip Current Risk, until 8 PM EDT this evening. For
the Coastal Flood Warning, until 3 PM EDT this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Significant saltwater inundation will render
numerous roads impassable. Properties may also flood.
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...High tide will occur around 12:01 PM today
at Charleston. Saltwater inundation will be possible several
hours before and after high tide.
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.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
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.
Charleston Harbor SC
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 7.5 ft, Major 8.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.2 ft, Moderate 1.7 ft, Major 2.2 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
11/12 PM 8.0 2.2 1.3 N/A Major
12/12 AM 6.7 0.9 1.4 N/A None
12/01 PM 7.4 1.6 0.9 N/A Minor
13/02 AM 6.2 0.4 1.0 N/A None
13/02 PM 6.9 1.1 0.7 N/A None
14/02 AM 6.0 0.2 0.9 N/A None
&&
$$
SCZ052-111900-
/O.EXB.KCHS.CF.Y.0045.251011T1400Z-251011T1900Z/
Tidal Berkeley-
826 AM EDT Sat Oct 11 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level
expected along shorelines and tidal waterways (7.9 to 8.1 feet
Mean Lower Low Water at Charleston).
* WHERE...Southern Berkeley County including Daniel Island.
* WHEN...Until 3 PM EDT this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Water may cover some roads and encroach on yards on
Daniel Island.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High tide will occur around 12:01 PM today
at Charleston. Saltwater inundation will be possible several
hours before and after high tide.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Tidal Berkeley SC
MLLW Categories - Minor 8.0 ft, Moderate 8.5 ft, Major 9.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 2.2 ft, Moderate 2.7 ft, Major 3.2 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
11/12 PM 8.0 2.2 1.3 N/A Minor
12/12 AM 6.7 0.9 1.4 N/A None
12/01 PM 7.4 1.6 0.9 N/A None
13/02 AM 6.2 0.4 1.0 N/A None
13/02 PM 6.9 1.1 0.7 N/A None
14/02 AM 6.0 0.2 0.9 N/A None
&&
$$
GAZ117-119-139-141-SCZ048-051-112030-
/O.EXT.KCHS.CF.Y.0045.251011T1500Z-251011T1900Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-251012T1200Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-251012T0000Z/
Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh-
Beaufort-Coastal Jasper-
826 AM EDT Sat Oct 11 2025
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT SUNDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of up to
6 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk,
dangerous rip currents. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to
one half foot of inundation above ground level expected along
shorelines and tidal waterways (9.6 to 9.8 feet Mean Lower Low
Water at Fort Pulaski).
* WHERE...In Georgia, Coastal Bryan, Coastal Chatham, Coastal
Liberty and Coastal McIntosh Counties. In South Carolina,
Beaufort and Coastal Jasper Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Sunday. For
the High Rip Current Risk, until 8 PM EDT this evening. For
the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 3 PM EDT this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Saltwater inundation will impact some roads.
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...High tide will occur around 12:07 PM today
at Fort Pulaski. Saltwater inundation will be possible several
hours before and after high tide.
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.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
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.
Fort Pulaski GA
MLLW Categories - Minor 9.5 ft, Moderate 10.0 ft, Major 10.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 2.0 ft, Moderate 2.5 ft, Major 3.0 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
11/12 PM 9.7 2.2 1.1 N/A Minor
12/01 AM 8.4 0.9 1.3 N/A None
12/01 PM 9.3 1.8 1.1 N/A None
13/02 AM 7.7 0.2 0.8 N/A None
13/02 PM 9.1 1.6 1.1 N/A None
14/03 AM 8.1 0.6 1.3 N/A None
&&
$$491
WHUS42 KCHS 111723
CFWCHS
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Charleston SC
123 PM EDT Sat Oct 11 2025
SCZ049-120130-
/O.CAN.KCHS.SU.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-251012T1200Z/
/O.EXT.KCHS.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-251013T0000Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.CF.W.0004.000000T0000Z-251011T1900Z/
Coastal Colleton-
123 PM EDT Sat Oct 11 2025
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
For the Coastal Flood Warning, after reaching major flood stage
earlier, water levels will continue to slowly fall.
* WHERE...Coastal Colleton County.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, through Sunday evening.
For the Coastal Flood Warning, until 3 PM EDT this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...This will result in some roads becoming impassable
and minor flooding of properties. Rip currents can sweep even
the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A number of roads remain closed due to
coastal flooding. Never drive around police barricades.
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.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
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.
Charleston Harbor SC
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 7.5 ft, Major 8.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.2 ft, Moderate 1.7 ft, Major 2.2 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
12/12 AM 6.7 0.9 1.4 N/A None
12/01 PM 7.4 1.6 0.9 N/A Minor
13/02 AM 6.2 0.4 1.0 N/A None
13/02 PM 6.9 1.1 0.7 N/A None
14/02 AM 6.0 0.2 0.9 N/A None
&&
$$
GAZ117-119-139-141-SCZ048-051-120130-
/O.CAN.KCHS.SU.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-251012T1200Z/
/O.EXT.KCHS.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-251013T0000Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.CF.Y.0045.000000T0000Z-251011T1900Z/
Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh-
Beaufort-Coastal Jasper-
123 PM EDT Sat Oct 11 2025
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, after peaking in the moderate
flood stage, water levels will continue to fall.
* WHERE...In Georgia, Coastal Bryan, Coastal Chatham, Coastal
Liberty and Coastal McIntosh Counties. In South Carolina,
Beaufort and Coastal Jasper Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, through Sunday evening.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 3 PM EDT this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Saltwater inundation could impact some roads. Rip
currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into
deeper water.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Remain alert for flooded areas.
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.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
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.
Fort Pulaski GA
MLLW Categories - Minor 9.5 ft, Moderate 10.0 ft, Major 10.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 2.0 ft, Moderate 2.5 ft, Major 3.0 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
12/01 AM 8.4 0.9 1.3 N/A None
12/01 PM 9.3 1.8 1.1 N/A None
13/02 AM 7.7 0.2 0.8 N/A None
13/02 PM 9.1 1.6 1.1 N/A None
14/03 AM 8.1 0.6 1.3 N/A None
&&
$$
SCZ050-120130-
/O.EXT.KCHS.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-251013T0000Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.CF.W.0004.000000T0000Z-251011T1900Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-251012T1200Z/
Charleston-
123 PM EDT Sat Oct 11 2025
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT SUNDAY...
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
For the Coastal Flood Warning, after reaching major flood stage
earlier, water levels will continue to slowly fall. For the High
Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of up to 5 feet in the surf
zone.
* WHERE...Charleston County.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, through Sunday evening.
For the Coastal Flood Warning, until 3 PM EDT this afternoon.
For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...This will result in some roads becoming impassable
and minor flooding of properties. 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...High tide will occur around 12:01 PM
today at Charleston. Saltwater inundation will be possible 1
to 2 hours before and after high tide.
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.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
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.
Charleston Harbor SC
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 7.5 ft, Major 8.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.2 ft, Moderate 1.7 ft, Major 2.2 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
12/12 AM 6.7 0.9 1.4 N/A None
12/01 PM 7.4 1.6 0.9 N/A Minor
13/02 AM 6.2 0.4 1.0 N/A None
13/02 PM 6.9 1.1 0.7 N/A None
14/02 AM 6.0 0.2 0.9 N/A None
&&
$$
SCZ052-111900-
/O.CON.KCHS.CF.Y.0045.000000T0000Z-251011T1900Z/
Tidal Berkeley-
123 PM EDT Sat Oct 11 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...Elevated water levels will continue through mid
afternoon.
* WHERE...Southern Berkeley County including Daniel Island.
* WHEN...Until 3 PM EDT this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only
isolated road closures expected.
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.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Tidal Berkeley SC
MLLW Categories - Minor 8.0 ft, Moderate 8.5 ft, Major 9.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 2.2 ft, Moderate 2.7 ft, Major 3.2 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
12/12 AM 6.7 0.9 1.4 N/A None
12/01 PM 7.4 1.6 0.9 N/A None
13/02 AM 6.2 0.4 1.0 N/A None
13/02 PM 6.9 1.1 0.7 N/A None
14/02 AM 6.0 0.2 0.9 N/A None
&&
$$105 WHUS42 KCHS 111841 CFWCHS Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Charleston SC 241 PM EDT Sat Oct 11 2025 SCZ050-120245- /O.EXP.KCHS.CF.W.0004.000000T0000Z-251011T1900Z/ /O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-251012T1200Z/ /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-251013T0000Z/ Charleston- 241 PM EDT Sat Oct 11 2025 ...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT SUNDAY... ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING... ...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 3 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves up to 5 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Charleston County. * WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Sunday. For the High Rip Current Risk, through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions. Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$ SCZ049-120245- /O.EXP.KCHS.CF.W.0004.000000T0000Z-251011T1900Z/ /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-251013T0000Z/ Coastal Colleton- 241 PM EDT Sat Oct 11 2025 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING... ...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 3 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Coastal Colleton County. * WHEN...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. && $$ GAZ117-119-139-141-SCZ048-051-120245- /O.EXP.KCHS.CF.Y.0045.000000T0000Z-251011T1900Z/ /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-251013T0000Z/ Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh- Beaufort-Coastal Jasper- 241 PM EDT Sat Oct 11 2025 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING... ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 3 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Georgia Beaches, Beaufort, and Coastal Jasper. * WHEN...Through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$ SCZ052-111945- /O.EXP.KCHS.CF.Y.0045.000000T0000Z-251011T1900Z/ Tidal Berkeley- 241 PM EDT Sat Oct 11 2025 ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 3 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON... $$
250 WHUS42 KCHS 112259 CFWCHS Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Charleston SC 659 PM EDT Sat Oct 11 2025 SCZ050-120700- /O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-251012T1200Z/ /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-251013T0000Z/ Charleston- 659 PM EDT Sat Oct 11 2025 ...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT SUNDAY... ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING... * WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of up to 6 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Charleston County. * WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Sunday. For the High Rip Current Risk, through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions. Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$ GAZ117-119-139-141-SCZ048-049-051-120700- /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-251013T0000Z/ Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh- Beaufort-Coastal Colleton-Coastal Jasper- 659 PM EDT Sat Oct 11 2025 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Georgia Beaches, Beaufort, Coastal Colleton, and Coastal Jasper. * WHEN...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. && $$
204 WHUS42 KCHS 120548 CFWCHS Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Charleston SC 148 AM EDT Sun Oct 12 2025 SCZ050-121400- /O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-251012T1200Z/ /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-251013T0000Z/ Charleston- 148 AM EDT Sun Oct 12 2025 ...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT THIS MORNING... ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING... * WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves up to 5 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Charleston County. * WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT this morning. For the High Rip Current Risk, through this evening. * IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions. && $$ GAZ117-119-139-141-SCZ048-049-051-121400- /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-251013T0000Z/ Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh- Beaufort-Coastal Colleton-Coastal Jasper- 148 AM EDT Sun Oct 12 2025 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Georgia Beaches, Beaufort, Coastal Colleton, and Coastal Jasper. * 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. && $$
526
WHUS42 KCHS 121147
CFWCHS
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Charleston SC
747 AM EDT Sun Oct 12 2025
SCZ050-122000-
/O.EXP.KCHS.SU.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-251012T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KCHS.CF.Y.0046.251012T1500Z-251012T1900Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-251013T0000Z/
Charleston-
747 AM EDT Sun Oct 12 2025
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO
3 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 8 AM EDT THIS MORNING...
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of
inundation above ground level expected along shorelines and
tidal waterways (7.1 to 7.3 feet Mean Lower Low Water at
Charleston).
* WHERE...Charleston County.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, through this evening.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 11 AM this morning to 3
PM EDT this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...This could result in some roads becoming impassable.
Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore
into deeper water.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High tide will occur around 1:15 PM this
afternoon at Charleston. Saltwater inundation will be possible
1 to 2 hours before and after high tide.
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.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
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.
Charleston Harbor SC
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 7.5 ft, Major 8.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.2 ft, Moderate 1.7 ft, Major 2.2 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
12/12 AM 6.6 0.8 1.3 N/A None
12/01 PM 7.2 1.4 0.7 N/A Minor
13/02 AM 6.2 0.4 1.0 N/A None
13/02 PM 6.9 1.1 0.7 N/A None
14/02 AM 6.0 0.2 0.9 N/A None
14/03 PM 6.8 1.0 0.7 N/A None
&&
$$
SCZ049-122000-
/O.NEW.KCHS.CF.Y.0046.251012T1500Z-251012T1900Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-251013T0000Z/
Coastal Colleton-
747 AM EDT Sun Oct 12 2025
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO
3 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of
inundation above ground level expected along shorelines and
tidal waterways (7.1 to 7.3 feet Mean Lower Low Water at
Charleston).
* WHERE...Coastal Colleton County.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, through this evening.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 11 AM this morning to 3
PM EDT this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...This could result in some roads becoming impassable.
Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore
into deeper water.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High tide will occur around 1:15 PM this
afternoon at Charleston. Saltwater inundation will be possible
1 to 2 hours before and after high tide.
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.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
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.
Charleston Harbor SC
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 7.5 ft, Major 8.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.2 ft, Moderate 1.7 ft, Major 2.2 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
12/12 AM 6.6 0.8 1.3 N/A None
12/01 PM 7.2 1.4 0.7 N/A Minor
13/02 AM 6.2 0.4 1.0 N/A None
13/02 PM 6.9 1.1 0.7 N/A None
14/02 AM 6.0 0.2 0.9 N/A None
14/03 PM 6.8 1.0 0.7 N/A None
&&
$$
GAZ117-119-139-141-SCZ048-051-122000-
/O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-251013T0000Z/
Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh-
Beaufort-Coastal Jasper-
747 AM EDT Sun Oct 12 2025
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...Georgia Beaches, Beaufort, and Coastal Jasper.
* WHEN...Through this evening.
* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
$$752 WHUS42 KCHS 121800 CFWCHS Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Charleston SC 200 PM EDT Sun Oct 12 2025 SCZ049-050-130000- /O.CAN.KCHS.CF.Y.0046.000000T0000Z-251012T1900Z/ /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-251013T0000Z/ Coastal Colleton-Charleston- 200 PM EDT Sun Oct 12 2025 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Coastal Colleton and Charleston 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. && $$ GAZ117-119-139-141-SCZ048-051-130000- /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-251013T0000Z/ Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh- Beaufort-Coastal Jasper- 200 PM EDT Sun Oct 12 2025 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Georgia Beaches, Beaufort, and Coastal Jasper. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$
961 WHUS42 KCHS 122252 CFWCHS Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Charleston SC 652 PM EDT Sun Oct 12 2025 GAZ117-119-139-141-SCZ048>051-130000- /O.CAN.KCHS.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-251013T0000Z/ Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh- Beaufort-Coastal Colleton-Charleston-Coastal Jasper- 652 PM EDT Sun Oct 12 2025 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IS CANCELLED... A moderate risk for rip currents is in place for all beaches Monday. $$
The office that day
Everything else NWS Charleston, SC issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 7, 9:45 PM EDT | Coastal Flood Advisory | CHS | 13 hr | |
| Oct 8, 1:06 PM EDT | Lake Wind Advisory | CHS | Berkeley | 4 days |
| Oct 8, 1:10 PM EDT | Coastal Flood Watch | CHS | 8 hr | |
| Oct 8, 1:10 PM EDT | High Surf Advisory | CHS | 4 days | |
| Oct 8, 1:54 AM EDT | Gale Watch | CHS | 11 hr | |
| Oct 8, 1:54 AM EDT | Small Craft Advisory | CHS | 6 days | |
| Oct 8, 1:03 PM EDT | Gale Warning | CHS | 4 days |
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