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Rip Current Statement 33, NWS Wilmington, NC
NWS Wilmington, NC issued this rip current statement at Oct 4, 2025, 7:40 PM EDT for New Hanover County, North Carolina; Georgetown County, South Carolina. It took effect at Oct 5, 2025, 6:00 AM EDT. It was in force for 14 hr.
The area
The counties it named.
The facts
- Issued
- Oct 4, 2025, 7:40 PM EDT (23:40 UTC)
- In effect from
- Oct 5, 2025, 6:00 AM EDT
- Expired
- Oct 5, 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.
Open the radar archive at this moment
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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
- 4 J/kg
- Mixed-layer CIN
- -64 J/kg
- Mixed-layer LCL
- 767 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 11 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- 123 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 122 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 0.0
- Supercell composite
- 0.0
The text
As transmitted.
701
WHUS42 KILM 042340
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
740 PM EDT Sat Oct 4 2025
SCZ056-050145-
/O.EXP.KILM.RP.S.0032.000000T0000Z-251005T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KILM.RP.S.0033.251005T1000Z-251006T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0074.000000T0000Z-251005T0100Z/
Coastal Georgetown-
740 PM EDT Sat Oct 4 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT SUNDAY THROUGH
SUNDAY 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.
* WHERE...Coastal Georgetown County.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 9 PM EDT this
evening. For the High Rip Current Risk, from 6 AM EDT Sunday
through Sunday 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.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
05/06 AM 7.0 1.4 1.1 3-4 Minor
05/07 PM 7.3 1.7 1.1 4 Minor
06/07 AM 7.2 1.6 0.8 3-4 Minor
06/07 PM 7.2 1.6 1.0 3 Minor
07/08 AM 7.7 2.1 0.9 3 Minor
&&
$$
NCZ106-108-110-050100-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0074.000000T0000Z-251005T0100Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-Coastal Brunswick-
740 PM EDT Sat Oct 4 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level in
low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender, Coastal New Hanover and Coastal
Brunswick Counties.
* WHEN...Until 9 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal
Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal
flooding. Check with local officials for any road closures or
impacts.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Mercer Pier at Wrightsville Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 8.0 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
05/06 AM 6.1 1.6 1.2 4 Minor
05/07 PM 6.3 1.8 1.2 4 Minor
06/07 AM 6.3 1.8 1.0 4 Minor
06/07 PM 6.1 1.6 1.0 4 Minor
07/08 AM 6.6 2.1 1.0 4 Minor
&&
$$
SCZ054-050100-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0074.000000T0000Z-251005T0100Z/
Coastal Horry-
740 PM EDT Sat Oct 4 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level in
low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Horry County.
* WHEN...Until 9 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Vulnerable causeways to and from local beaches may
experience minor coastal flooding. Low-lying roads and
locations along the Intracoastal Waterway and adjacent tidal
creeks may observe minor coastal flooding. Check with local
officials for the latest information regarding coastal flood
impacts and closures.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
05/06 AM 7.0 1.4 1.1 3-4 Minor
05/07 PM 7.3 1.7 1.1 4 Minor
06/07 AM 7.2 1.6 0.8 3-4 Minor
06/07 PM 7.2 1.6 1.0 3 Minor
07/08 AM 7.7 2.1 0.9 3 Minor
&&
$$
NCZ107-050145-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0074.000000T0000Z-251005T0300Z/
Inland New Hanover-
740 PM EDT Sat Oct 4 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM EDT THIS
EVENING ALONG THE CAPE FEAR RIVER...
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level in
low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown
Wilmington.
* WHEN...Until 11 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Portions of Battleship Road and USS North Carolina
Road observe minor coastal flooding up to one half foot in
depth. In downtown Wilmington, a block of Water Street
observes minor flooding up to one quarter foot in depth.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Cape Fear River at Wilmington
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.5 ft, Moderate 6.8 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 0.8 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 5.3 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
04/08 PM 5.8 1.1 0.7 N/A Minor
05/08 AM 5.5 0.8 0.6 N/A Minor
05/09 PM 5.8 1.1 0.6 N/A Minor
06/09 AM 5.7 1.0 0.5 N/A Minor
06/10 PM 5.7 1.0 0.5 N/A Minor
07/10 AM 6.0 1.3 0.5 N/A Minor
&&
$$
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WHUS42 KILM 050101
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
901 PM EDT Sat Oct 4 2025
SCZ056-050915-
/O.EXP.KILM.CF.Y.0074.000000T0000Z-251005T0100Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0033.251005T1000Z-251006T0000Z/
Coastal Georgetown-
901 PM EDT Sat Oct 4 2025
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT SUNDAY
THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected.
* WHERE...Coastal Georgetown County.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 9 PM EDT this
evening. For the High Rip Current Risk, from 6 AM EDT Sunday
through Sunday evening.
* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
$$
NCZ106-108-110-SCZ054-050215-
/O.EXP.KILM.CF.Y.0074.000000T0000Z-251005T0100Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-Coastal Brunswick-
Coastal Horry-
901 PM EDT Sat Oct 4 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...
Water levels have fallen below minor flooding thresholds.
$$
NCZ107-050300-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0074.000000T0000Z-251005T0300Z/
Inland New Hanover-
901 PM EDT Sat Oct 4 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...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown
Wilmington.
* WHEN...Until 11 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Portions of Battleship Road and USS North Carolina
Road observe minor coastal flooding up to one 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
05/08 AM 5.5 0.8 0.6 N/A Minor
05/09 PM 5.8 1.1 0.6 N/A Minor
06/09 AM 5.7 1.0 0.5 N/A Minor
06/10 PM 5.7 1.0 0.5 N/A Minor
07/10 AM 6.0 1.3 0.5 N/A Minor
&&
$$630 WHUS42 KILM 050251 CFWILM Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Wilmington NC 1051 PM EDT Sat Oct 4 2025 NCZ107-050400- /O.EXP.KILM.CF.Y.0074.000000T0000Z-251005T0300Z/ Inland New Hanover- 1051 PM EDT Sat Oct 4 2025 ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 11 PM EDT THIS EVENING... Water levels have fallen below minor flooding thresholds. $$ SCZ056-051100- /O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0033.251005T1000Z-251006T0000Z/ Coastal Georgetown- 1051 PM EDT Sat Oct 4 2025 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT SUNDAY THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected. * WHERE...Coastal Georgetown County. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 9 PM EDT this evening. For the High Rip Current Risk, from 6 AM EDT Sunday through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$
858
WHUS42 KILM 050542
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
142 AM EDT Sun Oct 5 2025
SCZ056-051300-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0075.251005T0900Z-251005T1300Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0033.251005T1000Z-251006T0000Z/
Coastal Georgetown-
142 AM EDT Sun Oct 5 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 9 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT THIS
MORNING THROUGH THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...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. For the High Rip Current Risk,
dangerous rip currents expected.
* WHERE...Coastal Georgetown County.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 5 AM to 9 AM EDT
this morning. For the High Rip Current Risk, from 6 AM EDT
this morning through this evening.
* IMPACTS...Vulnerable causeways to and from local beaches may
experience minor coastal flooding. Low-lying roads and locations
along the Intracoastal Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may
observe minor coastal flooding. Check with local officials for
the latest information regarding coastal flood impacts and
closures. 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
05/06 AM 7.2 1.6 1.3 4 Minor
05/07 PM 7.3 1.7 1.1 4 Minor
06/07 AM 7.4 1.8 1.0 4 Minor
06/07 PM 7.3 1.7 1.1 4 Minor
07/08 AM 7.8 2.2 1.0 3 Minor
07/08 PM 7.2 1.6 1.0 3 Minor
&&
$$
NCZ107-051300-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0075.251005T1100Z-251005T1500Z/
Inland New Hanover-
142 AM EDT Sun Oct 5 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 11 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...
* 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 7 AM to 11 AM EDT this morning.
* 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.
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
05/08 AM 5.5 0.8 0.6 N/A Minor
05/09 PM 5.8 1.1 0.6 N/A Minor
06/09 AM 5.6 0.9 0.4 N/A Minor
06/10 PM 5.8 1.1 0.6 N/A Minor
07/10 AM 6.1 1.4 0.6 N/A Minor
07/10 PM 5.7 1.0 0.6 N/A Minor
&&
$$
NCZ106-108-110-051200-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0075.251005T0900Z-251005T1200Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-Coastal Brunswick-
142 AM EDT Sun Oct 5 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 8 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender, Coastal New Hanover and Coastal
Brunswick Counties.
* WHEN...From 5 AM to 8 AM EDT this morning.
* IMPACTS...Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal
Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal
flooding. Check with local officials for any road closures or
impacts.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Mercer Pier at Wrightsville Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 8.0 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
05/06 AM 6.1 1.6 1.2 4 Minor
05/07 PM 6.1 1.6 1.0 4 Minor
06/07 AM 6.1 1.6 0.8 4 Minor
06/08 PM 6.2 1.7 1.2 4 Minor
07/08 AM 6.6 2.1 1.0 4 Minor
07/08 PM 6.1 1.6 1.0 3-4 Minor
&&
$$
SCZ054-051300-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0075.251005T0900Z-251005T1300Z/
Coastal Horry-
142 AM EDT Sun Oct 5 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 9 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...
* 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...From 5 AM to 9 AM EDT this morning.
* 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.
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
05/06 AM 7.2 1.6 1.3 4 Minor
05/07 PM 7.3 1.7 1.1 4 Minor
06/07 AM 7.4 1.8 1.0 4 Minor
06/07 PM 7.3 1.7 1.1 4 Minor
07/08 AM 7.8 2.2 1.0 3 Minor
07/08 PM 7.2 1.6 1.0 3 Minor
&&
$$780
WHUS42 KILM 050634
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
234 AM EDT Sun Oct 5 2025
NCZ108-051445-
/O.EXA.KILM.RP.S.0033.251005T1000Z-251006T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0075.251005T0900Z-251005T1200Z/
Coastal New Hanover-
234 AM EDT Sun Oct 5 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT THIS MORNING
THROUGH THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...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. For the High Rip Current Risk,
dangerous rip currents expected.
* WHERE...Coastal New Hanover County.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 8 AM EDT this
morning. For the High Rip Current Risk, from 6 AM EDT this
morning through 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. 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
05/06 AM 6.1 1.6 1.2 4 Minor
05/07 PM 6.1 1.6 1.0 4 Minor
06/07 AM 6.1 1.6 0.8 4 Minor
06/08 PM 6.2 1.7 1.2 4 Minor
07/08 AM 6.6 2.1 1.0 4 Minor
07/08 PM 6.1 1.6 1.0 3-4 Minor
&&
$$
SCZ056-051445-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0075.251005T0900Z-251005T1300Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0033.251005T1000Z-251006T0000Z/
Coastal Georgetown-
234 AM EDT Sun Oct 5 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT THIS
MORNING THROUGH THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...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. For the High Rip Current Risk,
dangerous rip currents expected.
* WHERE...Coastal Georgetown County.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 9 AM EDT this
morning. For the High Rip Current Risk, from 6 AM EDT this
morning through this evening.
* IMPACTS...Vulnerable causeways to and from local beaches may
experience minor coastal flooding. Low-lying roads and
locations along the Intracoastal Waterway and adjacent tidal
creeks may observe minor coastal flooding. Check with local
officials for the latest information regarding coastal flood
impacts and closures. 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
05/06 AM 7.2 1.6 1.3 4 Minor
05/07 PM 7.3 1.7 1.1 4 Minor
06/07 AM 7.4 1.8 1.0 4 Minor
06/07 PM 7.3 1.7 1.1 4 Minor
07/08 AM 7.8 2.2 1.0 3 Minor
07/08 PM 7.2 1.6 1.0 3 Minor
&&
$$
NCZ107-051445-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0075.251005T1100Z-251005T1500Z/
Inland New Hanover-
234 AM EDT Sun Oct 5 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 11 AM
EDT THIS MORNING...
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown
Wilmington.
* WHEN...From 7 AM to 11 AM EDT this morning.
* IMPACTS...The lowest portions of USS North Carolina Road and
Battleship Road begin to observe minor coastal flooding. Water
begins to spread out of storm drains onto Water Street just
south of Market Street in downtown Wilmington.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Cape Fear River at Wilmington
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.5 ft, Moderate 6.8 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 0.8 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 5.3 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
05/08 AM 5.5 0.8 0.6 N/A Minor
05/09 PM 5.8 1.1 0.6 N/A Minor
06/09 AM 5.6 0.9 0.4 N/A Minor
06/10 PM 5.8 1.1 0.6 N/A Minor
07/10 AM 6.1 1.4 0.6 N/A Minor
07/10 PM 5.7 1.0 0.6 N/A Minor
&&
$$
NCZ106-110-051200-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0075.251005T0900Z-251005T1200Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal Brunswick-
234 AM EDT Sun Oct 5 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal Brunswick Counties.
* WHEN...Until 8 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.
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
05/06 AM 6.1 1.6 1.2 4 Minor
05/07 PM 6.1 1.6 1.0 4 Minor
06/07 AM 6.1 1.6 0.8 4 Minor
06/08 PM 6.2 1.7 1.2 4 Minor
07/08 AM 6.6 2.1 1.0 4 Minor
07/08 PM 6.1 1.6 1.0 3-4 Minor
&&
$$
SCZ054-051300-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0075.251005T0900Z-251005T1300Z/
Coastal Horry-
234 AM EDT Sun Oct 5 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Horry County.
* WHEN...Until 9 AM EDT this morning.
* IMPACTS...Vulnerable causeways to and from local beaches may
experience minor coastal flooding. Low-lying roads and
locations along the Intracoastal Waterway and adjacent tidal
creeks may observe minor coastal flooding. Check with local
officials for the latest information regarding coastal flood
impacts and closures.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Springmaid Pier at Myrtle Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 8.5 ft, Major 10.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.4 ft, Moderate 2.9 ft, Major 4.9 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
05/06 AM 7.2 1.6 1.3 4 Minor
05/07 PM 7.3 1.7 1.1 4 Minor
06/07 AM 7.4 1.8 1.0 4 Minor
06/07 PM 7.3 1.7 1.1 4 Minor
07/08 AM 7.8 2.2 1.0 3 Minor
07/08 PM 7.2 1.6 1.0 3 Minor
&&
$$491
WHUS42 KILM 051154
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
754 AM EDT Sun Oct 5 2025
NCZ108-060000-
/O.CAN.KILM.CF.Y.0075.000000T0000Z-251005T1200Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0033.000000T0000Z-251006T0000Z/
Coastal New Hanover-
754 AM EDT Sun Oct 5 2025
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...Coastal New Hanover County.
* 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.
&&
$$
SCZ056-060000-
/O.CAN.KILM.CF.Y.0075.000000T0000Z-251005T1300Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0033.000000T0000Z-251006T0000Z/
Coastal Georgetown-
754 AM EDT Sun Oct 5 2025
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...Coastal Georgetown County.
* WHEN...Through this evening.
* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
$$
SCZ054-051300-
/O.CAN.KILM.CF.Y.0075.000000T0000Z-251005T1300Z/
Coastal Horry-
754 AM EDT Sun Oct 5 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...
Water levels have fallen below minor flood thresholds.
$$
NCZ106-110-051300-
/O.CAN.KILM.CF.Y.0075.000000T0000Z-251005T1200Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal Brunswick-
754 AM EDT Sun Oct 5 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...
Water levels are below minor flood thresolds.
$$
NCZ107-051500-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0075.000000T0000Z-251005T1500Z/
Inland New Hanover-
754 AM EDT Sun Oct 5 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...
* 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 11 AM EDT this morning.
* 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.
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
05/08 AM 5.5 0.8 0.6 N/A Minor
05/09 PM 5.8 1.1 0.6 N/A Minor
06/09 AM 5.6 0.9 0.4 N/A Minor
06/10 PM 5.8 1.1 0.6 N/A Minor
07/10 AM 6.1 1.4 0.6 N/A Minor
07/10 PM 5.7 1.0 0.6 N/A Minor
&&
$$
ABW753 WHUS42 KILM 051445 CFWILM Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Wilmington NC 1045 AM EDT Sun Oct 5 2025 NCZ107-051545- /O.EXP.KILM.CF.Y.0075.000000T0000Z-251005T1500Z/ Inland New Hanover- 1045 AM EDT Sun Oct 5 2025 ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 11 AM EDT THIS MORNING... Water levels have fallen below minor flood thresholds. $$ NCZ108-SCZ056-060000- /O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0033.000000T0000Z-251006T0000Z/ Coastal New Hanover-Coastal Georgetown- 1045 AM EDT Sun Oct 5 2025 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * 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. && $$ ABW
755
WHUS42 KILM 051548
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
1148 AM EDT Sun Oct 5 2025
NCZ108-060100-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0076.251005T2200Z-251006T0100Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0033.000000T0000Z-251006T0000Z/
Coastal New Hanover-
1148 AM EDT Sun Oct 5 2025
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM TO 9 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* 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 6 PM to 9 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. 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
05/07 PM 6.1 1.6 1.0 4 Minor
06/07 AM 6.2 1.7 0.9 4 Minor
06/07 PM 6.1 1.6 1.0 4 Minor
07/08 AM 6.6 2.1 1.0 4 Minor
07/08 PM 6.1 1.6 1.0 3 Minor
08/09 AM 6.7 2.2 1.0 3 Minor
&&
$$
SCZ056-060100-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0076.251005T2100Z-251006T0200Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0033.000000T0000Z-251006T0000Z/
Coastal Georgetown-
1148 AM EDT Sun Oct 5 2025
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
10 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
* 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 5 PM this
afternoon to 10 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Vulnerable causeways to and from local beaches may
experience minor coastal flooding. Low-lying roads and
locations along the Intracoastal Waterway and adjacent tidal
creeks may observe minor coastal flooding. Check with local
officials for the latest information regarding coastal flood
impacts and closures. 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
05/07 PM 7.4 1.8 1.2 4 Minor
06/07 AM 7.4 1.8 1.0 3-4 Minor
06/07 PM 7.4 1.8 1.2 3-4 Minor
07/08 AM 7.8 2.2 1.0 3 Minor
07/08 PM 7.4 1.8 1.2 3 Minor
08/09 AM 8.1 2.5 1.1 3 Minor
&&
$$
NCZ107-060100-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0076.251005T2300Z-251006T0400Z/
Inland New Hanover-
1148 AM EDT Sun Oct 5 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO
MIDNIGHT EDT TONIGHT...
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown
Wilmington.
* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to midnight EDT tonight.
* IMPACTS...Portions of Battleship Road and USS North Carolina
Road observe minor coastal flooding up to one half foot in
depth. In downtown Wilmington, a block of Water Street
observes minor flooding up to one quarter foot in depth.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
other factors.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Cape Fear River at Wilmington
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.5 ft, Moderate 6.8 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 0.8 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 5.3 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
05/09 PM 5.9 1.2 0.7 N/A Minor
06/09 AM 5.8 1.1 0.6 N/A Minor
06/10 PM 5.9 1.2 0.7 N/A Minor
07/10 AM 6.2 1.5 0.7 N/A Minor
07/10 PM 5.7 1.0 0.6 N/A Minor
&&
$$
NCZ106-110-060100-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0076.251005T2200Z-251006T0100Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal Brunswick-
1148 AM EDT Sun Oct 5 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM TO 9 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 and Coastal Brunswick Counties.
* WHEN...From 6 PM to 9 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
05/07 PM 6.1 1.6 1.0 4 Minor
06/07 AM 6.2 1.7 0.9 4 Minor
06/07 PM 6.1 1.6 1.0 4 Minor
07/08 AM 6.6 2.1 1.0 4 Minor
07/08 PM 6.1 1.6 1.0 3 Minor
08/09 AM 6.7 2.2 1.0 3 Minor
&&
$$
SCZ054-060100-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0076.251005T2100Z-251006T0200Z/
Coastal Horry-
1148 AM EDT Sun Oct 5 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
10 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Horry County.
* WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 10 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Vulnerable causeways to and from local beaches may
experience minor coastal flooding. Low-lying roads and
locations along the Intracoastal Waterway and adjacent tidal
creeks may observe minor coastal flooding. Check with local
officials for the latest information regarding coastal flood
impacts and closures.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
other factors.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Springmaid Pier at Myrtle Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 8.5 ft, Major 10.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.4 ft, Moderate 2.9 ft, Major 4.9 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
05/07 PM 7.4 1.8 1.2 4 Minor
06/07 AM 7.4 1.8 1.0 3-4 Minor
06/07 PM 7.4 1.8 1.2 3-4 Minor
07/08 AM 7.8 2.2 1.0 3 Minor
07/08 PM 7.4 1.8 1.2 3 Minor
08/09 AM 8.1 2.5 1.1 3 Minor
&&
$$
ABW984
WHUS42 KILM 052342
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
742 PM EDT Sun Oct 5 2025
NCZ108-060045-
/O.CAN.KILM.CF.Y.0076.000000T0000Z-251006T0100Z/
/O.EXP.KILM.RP.S.0033.000000T0000Z-251006T0000Z/
Coastal New Hanover-
742 PM EDT Sun Oct 5 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK WILL EXPIRE AT 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
$$
NCZ106-110-060045-
/O.CAN.KILM.CF.Y.0076.000000T0000Z-251006T0100Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal Brunswick-
742 PM EDT Sun Oct 5 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...
$$
SCZ056-060745-
/O.EXP.KILM.RP.S.0033.000000T0000Z-251006T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KILM.RP.S.0034.251006T1000Z-251007T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0076.000000T0000Z-251006T0200Z/
Coastal Georgetown-
742 PM EDT Sun Oct 5 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT MONDAY THROUGH
MONDAY 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.
* WHERE...Coastal Georgetown County.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 10 PM EDT this
evening. For the High Rip Current Risk, from 6 AM EDT Monday
through Monday 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. Rip currents can sweep even the
best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
05/07 PM 7.4 1.8 1.2 3-4 Minor
06/07 AM 7.4 1.8 1.0 4 Minor
06/07 PM 7.4 1.8 1.2 3-4 Minor
07/08 AM 7.8 2.2 1.0 3 Minor
07/08 PM 7.4 1.8 1.2 3 Minor
08/09 AM 8.1 2.5 1.1 3 Minor
&&
$$
NCZ107-060400-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0076.000000T0000Z-251006T0400Z/
Inland New Hanover-
742 PM EDT Sun Oct 5 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EDT
TONIGHT ALONG THE CAPE FEAR RIVER...
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level in
low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown
Wilmington.
* WHEN...Until midnight EDT tonight.
* IMPACTS...Portions of Battleship Road and USS North Carolina
Road observe minor coastal flooding up to one half foot in
depth. In downtown Wilmington, a block of Water Street observes
minor flooding up to one quarter foot in depth.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Cape Fear River at Wilmington
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.5 ft, Moderate 6.8 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 0.8 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 5.3 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
05/09 PM 5.9 1.2 0.7 N/A Minor
06/09 AM 5.8 1.1 0.6 N/A Minor
06/10 PM 5.9 1.2 0.7 N/A Minor
07/10 AM 6.2 1.5 0.7 N/A Minor
07/10 PM 5.7 1.0 0.6 N/A Minor
08/11 AM 6.2 1.5 0.6 N/A Minor
&&
$$
SCZ054-060200-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0076.000000T0000Z-251006T0200Z/
Coastal Horry-
742 PM EDT Sun Oct 5 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level in
low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Horry County.
* WHEN...Until 10 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Vulnerable causeways to and from local beaches may
experience minor coastal flooding. Low-lying roads and locations
along the Intracoastal Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may
observe minor coastal flooding. Check with local officials for
the latest information regarding coastal flood impacts and
closures.
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
05/07 PM 7.4 1.8 1.2 3-4 Minor
06/07 AM 7.4 1.8 1.0 4 Minor
06/07 PM 7.4 1.8 1.2 3-4 Minor
07/08 AM 7.8 2.2 1.0 3 Minor
07/08 PM 7.4 1.8 1.2 3 Minor
08/09 AM 8.1 2.5 1.1 3 Minor
&&
$$
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| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 4, 12:55 PM EDT | Coastal Flood Advisory | ILM | Brunswick, New Hanover, Pender | 10 hr |
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Sources
The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.