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Rip Current Statement 23, NWS Wilmington, NC
NWS Wilmington, NC issued this rip current statement at Sep 8, 2025, 7:39 PM EDT for New Hanover County, North Carolina; Georgetown County, South Carolina. It took effect at Sep 9, 2025, 6:00 AM EDT. It was in force for 14 hr.
The area
The counties it named.
The facts
- Issued
- Sep 8, 2025, 7:39 PM EDT (23:39 UTC)
- In effect from
- Sep 9, 2025, 6:00 AM EDT
- Expired
- Sep 9, 2025, 8:00 PM EDT
- In force
- 14 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Wilmington, NC
Counties New Hanover County, NC, Georgetown County, SC
The radar
The Wilmington radar (KLTX), 26 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 23:40 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.
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The nearest sounding before it
Charleston AFB, SC (KCHS), launched 12:00Z, 11.7 hours before the alert went out and 165 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.
- Mixed-layer CAPE
- 0 J/kg
- Mixed-layer CIN
- No buoyant parcel
- Mixed-layer LCL
- 551 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 19 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- -26 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 69 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 0.0
- Supercell composite
- 0.0
The text
As transmitted.
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WHUS42 KILM 082339
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
739 PM EDT Mon Sep 8 2025
NCZ106-090745-
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Coastal Pender-
739 PM EDT Mon Sep 8 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT TUESDAY
THROUGH TUESDAY EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of
inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines
and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards Statement, Strong
north to south longshore current. There is also a Moderate Risk
of rip currents.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender County.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 11 PM EDT this
evening. For the Beach Hazards Statement, from 6 AM EDT
Tuesday through Tuesday evening.
* IMPACTS...Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal
Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal
flooding. Check with local officials for any road closures or
impacts. Longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers
into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other hazardous areas.
It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making it difficult to
return to shore.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
other factors.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with
lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may
be swept into.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Mercer Pier at Wrightsville Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 8.0 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
08/08 PM 6.2 1.7 1.1 3 Minor
09/09 AM 6.4 1.9 1.2 3 Minor
09/09 PM 6.3 1.8 1.4 3 Minor
10/10 AM 6.3 1.8 1.0 2 Minor
10/10 PM 5.7 1.2 1.0 2 None
11/11 AM 6.3 1.8 1.0 2-3 Minor
&&
$$
SCZ054-090745-
/O.CAN.KILM.BH.S.0029.000000T0000Z-250909T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KILM.BH.S.0030.250909T1000Z-250910T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0063.000000T0000Z-250909T0300Z/
Coastal Horry-
739 PM EDT Mon Sep 8 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT TUESDAY
THROUGH TUESDAY EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of
inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines
and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards Statement, Strong
north to south longshore current. There is also a Moderate Risk
of rip currents.
* WHERE...Coastal Horry County.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 11 PM EDT this
evening. For the Beach Hazards Statement, from 6 AM EDT
Tuesday through Tuesday evening.
* IMPACTS...Vulnerable causeways to and from local beaches may
experience minor coastal flooding. Low-lying roads and
locations along the Intracoastal Waterway and adjacent tidal
creeks may observe minor coastal flooding. Check with local
officials for the latest information regarding coastal flood
impacts and closures. Longshore currents can sweep swimmers
and surfers into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other
hazardous areas. It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making
it difficult to return to shore.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
other factors.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with
lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may
be swept into.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Springmaid Pier at Myrtle Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 8.5 ft, Major 10.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.4 ft, Moderate 2.9 ft, Major 4.9 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
08/09 PM 7.4 1.8 1.1 3 Minor
09/09 AM 7.4 1.8 1.1 3 Minor
09/10 PM 7.3 1.7 1.3 3 Minor
10/10 AM 7.4 1.8 0.9 2-3 Minor
10/10 PM 6.7 1.1 0.9 2 None
11/11 AM 7.4 1.8 1.0 2 Minor
&&
$$
NCZ108-090745-
/O.CAN.KILM.BH.S.0029.000000T0000Z-250909T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KILM.RP.S.0023.250909T1000Z-250910T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0063.000000T0000Z-250909T0300Z/
Coastal New Hanover-
739 PM EDT Mon Sep 8 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT TUESDAY THROUGH
TUESDAY EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of
inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines
and tidal waterways. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous
rip currents expected. Strong north to south longshore current
is also expected.
* WHERE...Coastal New Hanover County.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 11 PM EDT this
evening. For the High Rip Current Risk, from 6 AM EDT Tuesday
through Tuesday evening.
* IMPACTS...Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal
Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal
flooding. Check with local officials for any road closures or
impacts. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
other factors.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Mercer Pier at Wrightsville Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 8.0 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
08/08 PM 6.2 1.7 1.1 3 Minor
09/09 AM 6.4 1.9 1.2 3 Minor
09/09 PM 6.3 1.8 1.4 3 Minor
10/10 AM 6.3 1.8 1.0 2 Minor
10/10 PM 5.7 1.2 1.0 2 None
11/11 AM 6.3 1.8 1.0 2-3 Minor
&&
$$
SCZ056-090745-
/O.CAN.KILM.BH.S.0029.000000T0000Z-250909T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KILM.RP.S.0023.250909T1000Z-250910T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0063.000000T0000Z-250909T0300Z/
Coastal Georgetown-
739 PM EDT Mon Sep 8 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT TUESDAY THROUGH
TUESDAY EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of
inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines
and tidal waterways. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous
rip currents expected. Strong north to south longshore current
is also expected.
* WHERE...Coastal Georgetown County.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 11 PM EDT this
evening. For the High Rip Current Risk, from 6 AM EDT Tuesday
through Tuesday evening.
* IMPACTS...Vulnerable causeways to and from local beaches may
experience minor coastal flooding. Low-lying roads and
locations along the Intracoastal Waterway and adjacent tidal
creeks may observe minor coastal flooding. Check with local
officials for the latest information regarding coastal flood
impacts and closures. Rip currents can sweep even the best
swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
other factors.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Springmaid Pier at Myrtle Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 8.5 ft, Major 10.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.4 ft, Moderate 2.9 ft, Major 4.9 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
08/09 PM 7.4 1.8 1.1 3 Minor
09/09 AM 7.4 1.8 1.1 3 Minor
09/10 PM 7.3 1.7 1.3 3 Minor
10/10 AM 7.4 1.8 0.9 2-3 Minor
10/10 PM 6.7 1.1 0.9 2 None
11/11 AM 7.4 1.8 1.0 2 Minor
&&
$$
NCZ107-090600-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0063.250909T0100Z-250909T0600Z/
Inland New Hanover-
739 PM EDT Mon Sep 8 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM EDT
TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown
Wilmington.
* WHEN...Until 2 AM EDT Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...The lowest portions of USS North Carolina Road and
Battleship Road begin to observe minor coastal flooding. Water
begins to spread out of storm drains onto Water Street just
south of Market Street in downtown Wilmington.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
other factors.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Cape Fear River at Wilmington
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.5 ft, Moderate 6.8 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 0.8 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 5.3 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
08/11 PM 5.7 1.0 0.5 N/A Minor
09/11 AM 5.9 1.2 0.8 N/A Minor
10/12 AM 5.9 1.2 0.9 N/A Minor
10/12 PM 5.9 1.2 0.7 N/A Minor
11/12 AM 5.4 0.7 0.6 N/A None
11/01 PM 5.8 1.1 0.6 N/A Minor
&&
$$
NCZ110-090300-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0063.000000T0000Z-250909T0300Z/
Coastal Brunswick-
739 PM EDT Mon Sep 8 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level in
low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Brunswick County.
* WHEN...Until 11 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal
Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal
flooding. Check with local officials for any road closures or
impacts.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
other factors.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Mercer Pier at Wrightsville Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 8.0 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
08/08 PM 6.2 1.7 1.1 3 Minor
09/09 AM 6.4 1.9 1.2 3 Minor
09/09 PM 6.3 1.8 1.4 3 Minor
10/10 AM 6.3 1.8 1.0 2 Minor
10/10 PM 5.7 1.2 1.0 2 None
11/11 AM 6.3 1.8 1.0 2-3 Minor
&&
$$7 follow-up statements
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WHUS42 KILM 090300
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
1100 PM EDT Mon Sep 8 2025
NCZ106-090900-
/O.EXP.KILM.CF.Y.0063.000000T0000Z-250909T0300Z/
/O.CON.KILM.BH.S.0030.250909T1000Z-250910T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-
1100 PM EDT Mon Sep 8 2025
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT
TUESDAY THROUGH TUESDAY EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 11 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Strong North to South longshore current. There is also a
Moderate Risk of rip currents expected.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender County.
* WHEN...From 6 AM EDT Tuesday through Tuesday evening.
* IMPACTS...Longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers
into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other hazardous areas.
It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making it difficult to
return to shore.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with
lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may
be swept into.
&&
$$
SCZ054-090900-
/O.EXP.KILM.CF.Y.0063.000000T0000Z-250909T0300Z/
/O.CON.KILM.BH.S.0030.250909T1000Z-250910T0000Z/
Coastal Horry-
1100 PM EDT Mon Sep 8 2025
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT
TUESDAY THROUGH TUESDAY EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 11 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Strong North to South longshore current. There is also a
Moderate Risk of rip currents expected.
* WHERE...Coastal Horry County.
* WHEN...From 6 AM EDT Tuesday through Tuesday evening.
* IMPACTS...Longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers
into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other hazardous areas.
It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making it difficult to
return to shore.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with
lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may
be swept into.
&&
$$
NCZ108-090900-
/O.EXP.KILM.CF.Y.0063.000000T0000Z-250909T0300Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0023.250909T1000Z-250910T0000Z/
Coastal New Hanover-
1100 PM EDT Mon Sep 8 2025
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT TUESDAY
THROUGH TUESDAY EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 11 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected. Strong North to South
longshore current will also be present.
* WHERE...Coastal New Hanover County.
* WHEN...From 6 AM EDT Tuesday through Tuesday 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.
&&
$$
SCZ056-090900-
/O.EXP.KILM.CF.Y.0063.000000T0000Z-250909T0300Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0023.250909T1000Z-250910T0000Z/
Coastal Georgetown-
1100 PM EDT Mon Sep 8 2025
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT TUESDAY
THROUGH TUESDAY EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 11 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected. Strong north to south
longshore current will also be present.
* WHERE...Coastal Georgetown County.
* WHEN...From 6 AM EDT Tuesday through Tuesday evening.
* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
$$
NCZ110-090400-
/O.EXP.KILM.CF.Y.0063.000000T0000Z-250909T0300Z/
Coastal Brunswick-
1100 PM EDT Mon Sep 8 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 11 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
$$
NCZ107-090600-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0063.000000T0000Z-250909T0600Z/
Inland New Hanover-
1100 PM EDT Mon Sep 8 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM EDT
TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level in
low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown
Wilmington.
* WHEN...Until 2 AM EDT Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...The lowest portions of USS North Carolina Road and
Battleship Road begin to observe minor coastal flooding. Water
begins to spread out of storm drains onto Water Street just
south of Market Street in downtown Wilmington.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
other factors.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Cape Fear River at Wilmington
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.5 ft, Moderate 6.8 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 0.8 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 5.3 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
08/11 PM 5.7 1.0 0.5 N/A Minor
09/11 AM 5.9 1.2 0.8 N/A Minor
10/12 AM 5.9 1.2 0.9 N/A Minor
10/12 PM 5.9 1.2 0.7 N/A Minor
11/12 AM 5.4 0.7 0.6 N/A None
11/01 PM 5.8 1.1 0.6 N/A Minor
&&
$$
dch279 WHUS42 KILM 090448 CFWILM Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Wilmington NC 1248 AM EDT Tue Sep 9 2025 NCZ107-090600- /O.CAN.KILM.CF.Y.0063.000000T0000Z-250909T0600Z/ Inland New Hanover- 1248 AM EDT Tue Sep 9 2025 ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... River gage readings for the lower Cape Fear River have fallen below the 5.5 ft mllw threshold for minor coastal flooding to occur. As a result, the coastal flood advisory has been cancelled. $$ NCZ106-SCZ054-090900- /O.CON.KILM.BH.S.0030.250909T1000Z-250910T0000Z/ Coastal Pender-Coastal Horry- 1248 AM EDT Tue Sep 9 2025 ...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT THIS MORNING THROUGH THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Strong North to South longshore current. There is also a Moderate Risk of rip currents expected. * WHERE...In North Carolina, Coastal Pender County. In South Carolina, Coastal Horry County. * WHEN...From 6 AM EDT this morning through this evening. * IMPACTS...Longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other hazardous areas. It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making it difficult to return to shore. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may be swept into. && $$ NCZ108-SCZ056-090900- /O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0023.250909T1000Z-250910T0000Z/ Coastal New Hanover-Coastal Georgetown- 1248 AM EDT Tue Sep 9 2025 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT THIS MORNING THROUGH THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected. Strong North to South longshore current will also be present. * WHERE...In North Carolina, Coastal New Hanover County. In South Carolina, Coastal Georgetown County. * WHEN...From 6 AM EDT this morning 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. && $$ dch
205
WHUS42 KILM 090550
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
150 AM EDT Tue Sep 9 2025
NCZ106-100000-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0064.250909T1100Z-250909T1500Z/
/O.CON.KILM.BH.S.0030.250909T1000Z-250910T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-
150 AM EDT Tue Sep 9 2025
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT THIS
MORNING THROUGH THIS EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 11 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, Strong North to South
longshore current. There is also a Moderate Risk of rip currents
expected. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of
inundation above ground level expected in low- lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender County.
* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, from 6 AM EDT this
morning through this evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory,
from 7 AM to 11 AM EDT this morning.
* IMPACTS...Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal
Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal
flooding. Check with local officials for any road closures or
impacts. Longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers
into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other hazardous areas.
It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making it difficult to
return to shore.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with
lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you
may be swept into.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Mercer Pier at Wrightsville Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 8.0 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
09/09 AM 6.6 2.1 1.4 4 Minor
09/10 PM 6.4 1.9 1.5 3-4 Minor
10/10 AM 6.5 2.0 1.2 3 Minor
10/10 PM 5.7 1.2 1.0 3 None
11/11 AM 6.5 2.0 1.2 2-3 Minor
11/11 PM 5.9 1.4 1.4 2 None
&&
$$
SCZ054-100000-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0064.250909T1100Z-250909T1500Z/
/O.CON.KILM.BH.S.0030.250909T1000Z-250910T0000Z/
Coastal Horry-
150 AM EDT Tue Sep 9 2025
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT THIS
MORNING THROUGH THIS EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 11 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, Strong North to South
longshore current. There is also a Moderate Risk of rip currents
expected. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of
inundation above ground level expected in low- lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Horry County.
* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, from 6 AM EDT this
morning through this evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory,
from 7 AM to 11 AM EDT this morning.
* IMPACTS...Vulnerable causeways to and from local beaches will
experience minor coastal flooding. Low-lying roads and
locations along the Intracoastal Waterway and adjacent tidal
creeks will observe minor coastal flooding. Check with local
officials for the latest information regarding coastal flood
impacts and closures. Longshore currents can sweep swimmers
and surfers into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other
hazardous areas. It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making
it difficult to return to shore.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with
lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you
may be swept into.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Springmaid Pier at Myrtle Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 8.5 ft, Major 10.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.4 ft, Moderate 2.9 ft, Major 4.9 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
09/09 AM 7.7 2.1 1.4 3 Minor
09/09 PM 7.4 1.8 1.4 3 Minor
10/10 AM 7.5 1.9 1.0 2-3 Minor
10/10 PM 6.6 1.0 0.8 2 None
11/11 AM 7.4 1.8 1.0 2 Minor
11/11 PM 6.6 1.0 1.2 2 None
&&
$$
NCZ108-100000-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0064.250909T1100Z-250909T1500Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0023.250909T1000Z-250910T0000Z/
Coastal New Hanover-
150 AM EDT Tue Sep 9 2025
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT THIS
MORNING THROUGH THIS EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 11 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents
expected. Strong North to South longshore current will also be
present. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of
inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal New Hanover County.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, from 6 AM EDT this
morning through this evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory,
from 7 AM to 11 AM EDT this morning.
* IMPACTS...Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal
Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal
flooding. Check with local officials for any road closures or
impacts. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face
the shore and call or wave for help.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Mercer Pier at Wrightsville Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 8.0 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
09/09 AM 6.6 2.1 1.4 4 Minor
09/10 PM 6.4 1.9 1.5 3-4 Minor
10/10 AM 6.5 2.0 1.2 3 Minor
10/10 PM 5.7 1.2 1.0 3 None
11/11 AM 6.5 2.0 1.2 2-3 Minor
11/11 PM 5.9 1.4 1.4 2 None
&&
$$
SCZ056-100000-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0064.250909T1100Z-250909T1500Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0023.250909T1000Z-250910T0000Z/
Coastal Georgetown-
150 AM EDT Tue Sep 9 2025
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT THIS
MORNING THROUGH THIS EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 11 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents
expected. Strong North to South longshore current will also be
present. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of
inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Georgetown County.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, from 6 AM EDT this
morning through this evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory,
from 7 AM to 11 AM EDT this morning.
* IMPACTS...Vulnerable causeways to and from local beaches will
experience minor coastal flooding. Low-lying roads and
locations along the Intracoastal Waterway and adjacent tidal
creeks will observe minor coastal flooding. Check with local
officials for the latest information regarding coastal flood
impacts and closures. Rip currents can sweep even the best
swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face
the shore and call or wave for help.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Springmaid Pier at Myrtle Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 8.5 ft, Major 10.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.4 ft, Moderate 2.9 ft, Major 4.9 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
09/09 AM 7.7 2.1 1.4 3 Minor
09/09 PM 7.4 1.8 1.4 3 Minor
10/10 AM 7.5 1.9 1.0 2-3 Minor
10/10 PM 6.6 1.0 0.8 2 None
11/11 AM 7.4 1.8 1.0 2 Minor
11/11 PM 6.6 1.0 1.2 2 None
&&
$$
NCZ107-091700-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0064.250909T1300Z-250909T1700Z/
Inland New Hanover-
150 AM EDT Tue Sep 9 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THIS MORNING TO
1 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown
Wilmington.
* WHEN...From 9 AM this morning to 1 PM EDT this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Portions of Battleship Road and USS North Carolina
Road observe minor coastal flooding up to one foot in depth. In
downtown Wilmington, sections of Water Street observe minor
flooding up to one half foot in depth. Check with local
officials for any road closures or impacts.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Cape Fear River at Wilmington
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.5 ft, Moderate 6.8 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 0.8 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 5.3 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
09/11 AM 6.1 1.4 1.0 N/A Minor
09/11 PM 6.0 1.3 1.0 N/A Minor
10/12 PM 6.0 1.3 0.8 N/A Minor
11/01 AM 5.6 0.9 0.8 N/A Minor
11/01 PM 6.0 1.3 0.8 N/A Minor
&&
$$
NCZ110-091500-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0064.250909T1100Z-250909T1500Z/
Coastal Brunswick-
150 AM EDT Tue Sep 9 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 11 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Brunswick County.
* WHEN...From 7 AM to 11 AM EDT this morning.
* IMPACTS...Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal
Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal
flooding. Check with local officials for any road closures or
impacts.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
other factors.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Mercer Pier at Wrightsville Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 8.0 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
09/09 AM 6.6 2.1 1.4 4 Minor
09/10 PM 6.4 1.9 1.5 3-4 Minor
10/10 AM 6.5 2.0 1.2 3 Minor
10/10 PM 5.7 1.2 1.0 3 None
11/11 AM 6.5 2.0 1.2 2-3 Minor
11/11 PM 5.9 1.4 1.4 2 None
&&
$$
dch934
WHUS42 KILM 091454
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
1054 AM EDT Tue Sep 9 2025
NCZ106-SCZ054-100000-
/O.CAN.KILM.CF.Y.0064.000000T0000Z-250909T1500Z/
/O.CON.KILM.BH.S.0030.000000T0000Z-250910T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal Horry-
1054 AM EDT Tue Sep 9 2025
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...
* WHAT...Strong north to south longshore current. There is also a
Moderate Risk of rip currents.
* WHERE...In North Carolina, Coastal Pender County. In South
Carolina, Coastal Horry County.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers
into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other hazardous areas.
It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making it difficult to
return to shore.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with
lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may
be swept into.
&&
$$
NCZ108-SCZ056-100000-
/O.CAN.KILM.CF.Y.0064.000000T0000Z-250909T1500Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0023.000000T0000Z-250910T0000Z/
Coastal New Hanover-Coastal Georgetown-
1054 AM EDT Tue Sep 9 2025
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. There is also a strong north to
south longshore current.
* WHERE...In North Carolina, Coastal New Hanover County. In
South Carolina, Coastal Georgetown County.
* 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.
&&
$$
NCZ110-091600-
/O.CAN.KILM.CF.Y.0064.000000T0000Z-250909T1500Z/
Coastal Brunswick-
1054 AM EDT Tue Sep 9 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...
$$
NCZ107-091700-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0064.000000T0000Z-250909T1700Z/
Inland New Hanover-
1054 AM EDT Tue Sep 9 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown
Wilmington.
* WHEN...Until 1 PM EDT this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Portions of Battleship Road and USS North Carolina
Road observe minor coastal flooding up to one foot in depth.
In downtown Wilmington, sections of Water Street observe minor
flooding up to one half foot in depth. Check with local
officials for any road closures or impacts.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Cape Fear River at Wilmington
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.5 ft, Moderate 6.8 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 0.8 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 5.3 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
09/11 AM 6.1 1.4 1.0 N/A Minor
09/11 PM 6.0 1.3 1.0 N/A Minor
10/12 PM 6.0 1.3 0.8 N/A Minor
11/01 AM 5.6 0.9 0.8 N/A Minor
11/01 PM 6.0 1.3 0.8 N/A Minor
12/01 AM 5.6 0.9 1.0 N/A Minor
&&
$$
21360 WHUS42 KILM 091706 CFWILM Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Wilmington NC 106 PM EDT Tue Sep 9 2025 NCZ107-091815- /O.EXP.KILM.CF.Y.0064.000000T0000Z-250909T1700Z/ Inland New Hanover- 106 PM EDT Tue Sep 9 2025 ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED... $$ NCZ106-SCZ054-100000- /O.CON.KILM.BH.S.0030.000000T0000Z-250910T0000Z/ Coastal Pender-Coastal Horry- 106 PM EDT Tue Sep 9 2025 ...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Strong north to south longshore current. There is also a Moderate Risk of rip currents. * WHERE...In North Carolina, Coastal Pender County. In South Carolina, Coastal Horry County. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other hazardous areas. It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making it difficult to return to shore. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may be swept into. && $$ NCZ108-SCZ056-100000- /O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0023.000000T0000Z-250910T0000Z/ Coastal New Hanover-Coastal Georgetown- 106 PM EDT Tue Sep 9 2025 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. There is also a strong north to south longshore current. * WHERE...In North Carolina, Coastal New Hanover County. In South Carolina, Coastal Georgetown County. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$ 21
499
WHUS42 KILM 091855
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
255 PM EDT Tue Sep 9 2025
SCZ054-100300-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0065.250910T0000Z-250910T0400Z/
/O.CON.KILM.BH.S.0030.000000T0000Z-250910T0000Z/
Coastal Horry-
255 PM EDT Tue Sep 9 2025
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO
MIDNIGHT EDT TONIGHT...
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, Strong north to south
longshore current. There is also a Moderate Risk of rip currents.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of
inundation above ground level expected in low- lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Horry County.
* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, until 8 PM EDT this
evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 8 PM this
evening to midnight EDT tonight.
* IMPACTS...Vulnerable causeways to and from local beaches may
experience minor coastal flooding. Low-lying roads and
locations along the Intracoastal Waterway and adjacent tidal
creeks may observe minor coastal flooding. Check with local
officials for the latest information regarding coastal flood
impacts and closures. Longshore currents can sweep swimmers
and surfers into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other
hazardous areas. It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making
it difficult to return to shore.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
other factors.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with
lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may
be swept into.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Springmaid Pier at Myrtle Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 8.5 ft, Major 10.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.4 ft, Moderate 2.9 ft, Major 4.9 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
09/09 PM 7.2 1.6 1.2 3 Minor
10/10 AM 7.1 1.5 0.6 2 Minor
10/10 PM 6.6 1.0 0.8 2 None
11/11 AM 7.2 1.6 0.8 2 Minor
11/11 PM 6.3 0.7 0.9 2 None
12/12 PM 7.2 1.6 0.9 2 Minor
&&
$$
NCZ106-100300-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0065.250910T0000Z-250910T0400Z/
/O.CON.KILM.BH.S.0030.000000T0000Z-250910T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-
255 PM EDT Tue Sep 9 2025
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO
MIDNIGHT EDT TONIGHT...
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, Strong north to south
longshore current. There is also a Moderate Risk of rip currents.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of
inundation above ground level expected in low- lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender County.
* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, until 8 PM EDT this
evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 8 PM this
evening to midnight EDT tonight.
* IMPACTS...Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal
Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal
flooding. Check with local officials for any road closures or
impacts. Longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers
into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other hazardous areas.
It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making it difficult to
return to shore.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
other factors.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with
lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may
be swept into.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Mercer Pier at Wrightsville Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 8.0 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
09/09 PM 6.2 1.7 1.3 4 Minor
10/10 AM 6.3 1.8 1.0 3 Minor
10/10 PM 5.7 1.2 1.0 3 None
11/11 AM 6.4 1.9 1.1 2-3 Minor
11/11 PM 5.7 1.2 1.2 2-3 None
12/12 PM 6.3 1.8 1.1 3 Minor
&&
$$
NCZ108-100300-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0065.250910T0000Z-250910T0400Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0023.000000T0000Z-250910T0000Z/
Coastal New Hanover-
255 PM EDT Tue Sep 9 2025
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO
MIDNIGHT EDT TONIGHT...
* 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 in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal New Hanover County.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, until 8 PM EDT this
evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 8 PM this
evening to midnight EDT tonight.
* IMPACTS...Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal
Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal
flooding. Check with local officials for any road closures or
impacts. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
other factors.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Mercer Pier at Wrightsville Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 8.0 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
09/09 PM 6.2 1.7 1.3 4 Minor
10/10 AM 6.3 1.8 1.0 3 Minor
10/10 PM 5.7 1.2 1.0 3 None
11/11 AM 6.4 1.9 1.1 2-3 Minor
11/11 PM 5.7 1.2 1.2 2-3 None
12/12 PM 6.3 1.8 1.1 3 Minor
&&
$$
SCZ056-100300-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0065.250910T0000Z-250910T0400Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0023.000000T0000Z-250910T0000Z/
Coastal Georgetown-
255 PM EDT Tue Sep 9 2025
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO
MIDNIGHT EDT TONIGHT...
* 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 in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Georgetown County.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, until 8 PM EDT this
evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 8 PM this
evening to midnight EDT tonight.
* IMPACTS...Vulnerable causeways to and from local beaches may
experience minor coastal flooding. Low-lying roads and
locations along the Intracoastal Waterway and adjacent tidal
creeks may observe minor coastal flooding. Check with local
officials for the latest information regarding coastal flood
impacts and closures. Rip currents can sweep even the best
swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
other factors.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Springmaid Pier at Myrtle Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 8.5 ft, Major 10.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.4 ft, Moderate 2.9 ft, Major 4.9 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
09/09 PM 7.2 1.6 1.2 3 Minor
10/10 AM 7.1 1.5 0.6 2 Minor
10/10 PM 6.6 1.0 0.8 2 None
11/11 AM 7.2 1.6 0.8 2 Minor
11/11 PM 6.3 0.7 0.9 2 None
12/12 PM 7.2 1.6 0.9 2 Minor
&&
$$
NCZ110-100300-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0065.250910T0000Z-250910T0400Z/
Coastal Brunswick-
255 PM EDT Tue Sep 9 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO
MIDNIGHT EDT TONIGHT...
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Brunswick County.
* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to midnight EDT tonight.
* IMPACTS...Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal
Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal
flooding. Check with local officials for any road closures or
impacts.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
other factors.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Mercer Pier at Wrightsville Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 8.0 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
09/09 PM 6.2 1.7 1.3 4 Minor
10/10 AM 6.3 1.8 1.0 3 Minor
10/10 PM 5.7 1.2 1.0 3 None
11/11 AM 6.4 1.9 1.1 2-3 Minor
11/11 PM 5.7 1.2 1.2 2-3 None
12/12 PM 6.3 1.8 1.1 3 Minor
&&
$$
NCZ107-100300-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0065.250910T0200Z-250910T0700Z/
Inland New Hanover-
255 PM EDT Tue Sep 9 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO
3 AM EDT WEDNESDAY...
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown
Wilmington.
* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 3 AM EDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Portions of Battleship Road and USS North Carolina
Road observe minor coastal flooding up to one half foot in
depth. In downtown Wilmington, a block of Water Street
observes minor flooding up to one quarter foot in depth.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
other factors.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Cape Fear River at Wilmington
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.5 ft, Moderate 6.8 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 0.8 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 5.3 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
09/11 PM 5.8 1.1 0.8 N/A Minor
10/12 PM 5.9 1.2 0.7 N/A Minor
11/12 AM 5.4 0.7 0.6 N/A None
11/01 PM 5.9 1.2 0.7 N/A Minor
12/01 AM 5.4 0.7 0.8 N/A None
&&
$$
21357
WHUS42 KILM 092353
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
753 PM EDT Tue Sep 9 2025
SCZ054-100400-
/O.EXP.KILM.BH.S.0030.000000T0000Z-250910T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0065.250910T0000Z-250910T0400Z/
Coastal Horry-
753 PM EDT Tue Sep 9 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EDT
TONIGHT...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT WILL EXPIRE AT 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Horry County.
* WHEN...Until midnight EDT tonight.
* IMPACTS...Vulnerable causeways to and from local beaches may
experience minor coastal flooding. Low-lying roads and locations
along the Intracoastal Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may
observe minor coastal flooding.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Springmaid Pier at Myrtle Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 8.5 ft, Major 10.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.4 ft, Moderate 2.9 ft, Major 4.9 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
09/09 PM 7.2 1.6 1.2 3 Minor
10/10 AM 7.1 1.5 0.6 2 Minor
10/10 PM 6.6 1.0 0.8 2 None
11/11 AM 7.2 1.6 0.8 2 Minor
11/11 PM 6.3 0.7 0.9 2 None
12/12 PM 7.2 1.6 0.9 2 Minor
&&
$$
NCZ106-100400-
/O.EXP.KILM.BH.S.0030.000000T0000Z-250910T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0065.250910T0000Z-250910T0400Z/
Coastal Pender-
753 PM EDT Tue Sep 9 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EDT
TONIGHT...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT WILL EXPIRE AT 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender County.
* WHEN...Until midnight EDT tonight.
* IMPACTS...Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal
Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal
flooding.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Mercer Pier at Wrightsville Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 8.0 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
09/09 PM 6.2 1.7 1.3 4 Minor
10/10 AM 6.3 1.8 1.0 3 Minor
10/10 PM 5.7 1.2 1.0 3 None
11/11 AM 6.4 1.9 1.1 2-3 Minor
11/11 PM 5.7 1.2 1.2 2-3 None
12/12 PM 6.3 1.8 1.1 3 Minor
&&
$$
NCZ108-100400-
/O.EXP.KILM.RP.S.0023.000000T0000Z-250910T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0065.250910T0000Z-250910T0400Z/
Coastal New Hanover-
753 PM EDT Tue Sep 9 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EDT
TONIGHT...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK WILL EXPIRE AT 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal New Hanover County.
* WHEN...Until midnight EDT tonight.
* IMPACTS...Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal
Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal
flooding.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Mercer Pier at Wrightsville Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 8.0 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
09/09 PM 6.2 1.7 1.3 4 Minor
10/10 AM 6.3 1.8 1.0 3 Minor
10/10 PM 5.7 1.2 1.0 3 None
11/11 AM 6.4 1.9 1.1 2-3 Minor
11/11 PM 5.7 1.2 1.2 2-3 None
12/12 PM 6.3 1.8 1.1 3 Minor
&&
$$
SCZ056-100400-
/O.EXP.KILM.RP.S.0023.000000T0000Z-250910T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0065.250910T0000Z-250910T0400Z/
Coastal Georgetown-
753 PM EDT Tue Sep 9 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EDT
TONIGHT...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK WILL EXPIRE AT 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Georgetown County.
* WHEN...Until midnight EDT tonight.
* IMPACTS...Vulnerable causeways to and from local beaches may
experience minor coastal flooding. Low-lying roads and locations
along the Intracoastal Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may
observe minor coastal flooding.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Springmaid Pier at Myrtle Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 8.5 ft, Major 10.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.4 ft, Moderate 2.9 ft, Major 4.9 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
09/09 PM 7.2 1.6 1.2 3 Minor
10/10 AM 7.1 1.5 0.6 2 Minor
10/10 PM 6.6 1.0 0.8 2 None
11/11 AM 7.2 1.6 0.8 2 Minor
11/11 PM 6.3 0.7 0.9 2 None
12/12 PM 7.2 1.6 0.9 2 Minor
&&
$$
NCZ110-100400-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0065.250910T0000Z-250910T0400Z/
Coastal Brunswick-
753 PM EDT Tue Sep 9 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EDT
TONIGHT...
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Brunswick County.
* WHEN...Until midnight EDT tonight.
* IMPACTS...Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal
Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal
flooding.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Mercer Pier at Wrightsville Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 8.0 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
09/09 PM 6.2 1.7 1.3 4 Minor
10/10 AM 6.3 1.8 1.0 3 Minor
10/10 PM 5.7 1.2 1.0 3 None
11/11 AM 6.4 1.9 1.1 2-3 Minor
11/11 PM 5.7 1.2 1.2 2-3 None
12/12 PM 6.3 1.8 1.1 3 Minor
&&
$$
NCZ107-100700-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0065.250910T0200Z-250910T0700Z/
Inland New Hanover-
753 PM EDT Tue Sep 9 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY ALONG THE CAPE FEAR RIVER...
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown
Wilmington.
* WHEN...Until 3 AM EDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Portions of Battleship Road and USS North Carolina
Road observe minor coastal flooding up to one half foot in
depth. In downtown Wilmington, a block of Water Street
observes minor flooding up to one quarter foot in depth.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Cape Fear River at Wilmington
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.5 ft, Moderate 6.8 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 0.8 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 5.3 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
09/11 PM 5.8 1.1 0.8 N/A Minor
10/12 PM 5.9 1.2 0.7 N/A Minor
11/12 AM 5.4 0.7 0.6 N/A None
11/01 PM 5.9 1.2 0.7 N/A Minor
12/01 AM 5.4 0.7 0.8 N/A None
12/02 PM 5.9 1.2 0.7 N/A Minor
&&
$$
9The office that day
Everything else NWS Wilmington, NC issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 8, 1:12 PM EDT | Coastal Flood Advisory | ILM | Brunswick, New Hanover, Pender | 12 hr |
| Sep 8, 7:39 PM EDT | Beach Hazards Statement | ILM | Pender | 24 hr |
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