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Rip Current Statement 36, NWS Wilmington, NC
NWS Wilmington, NC issued this rip current statement at Oct 7, 2025, 7:40 PM EDT for New Hanover County, Pender County, North Carolina. It took effect at Oct 8, 2025, 6:00 AM EDT. It was in force for 14 hr.
The area
The counties it named.
The facts
- Issued
- Oct 7, 2025, 7:40 PM EDT (23:40 UTC)
- In effect from
- Oct 8, 2025, 6:00 AM EDT
- Expired
- Oct 8, 2025, 7:37 PM EDT
- In force
- 14 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Wilmington, NC
Counties New Hanover County, NC, Pender County, NC
The radar
The Wilmington radar (KLTX), 65 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 23:43 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.
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The nearest sounding before it
Newport, NC (KMHX), launched 12:00Z, 11.7 hours before the alert went out and 103 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
- 53 J/kg
- Mixed-layer CIN
- -85 J/kg
- Mixed-layer LCL
- 782 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 13 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- 79 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 101 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 0.0
- Supercell composite
- 0.5
The text
As transmitted.
801
WHUS42 KILM 072340
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
740 PM EDT Tue Oct 7 2025
SCZ054-056-080300-
/O.CAN.KILM.RP.S.0035.000000T0000Z-251008T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0079.000000T0000Z-251008T0300Z/
Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
740 PM EDT Tue Oct 7 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IS CANCELLED...
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level in
low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties.
* WHEN...Until 11 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
07/08 PM 7.1 1.5 0.9 3 Minor
08/09 AM 7.8 2.2 0.8 2-3 Minor
08/09 PM 6.7 1.1 0.7 2 None
09/10 AM 8.0 2.4 1.0 3-4 Minor
09/10 PM 7.2 1.6 1.5 4-5 Minor
10/10 AM 8.3 2.7 1.5 5 Minor
&&
$$
NCZ106-108-080745-
/O.CAN.KILM.RP.S.0035.000000T0000Z-251008T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KILM.RP.S.0036.251008T1000Z-251009T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
740 PM EDT Tue Oct 7 2025
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT WEDNESDAY
THROUGH WEDNESDAY EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IS CANCELLED...
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties.
* WHEN...From 6 AM EDT Wednesday through Wednesday evening.
* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
$$
NCZ107-080500-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0079.251008T0100Z-251008T0500Z/
Inland New Hanover-
740 PM EDT Tue Oct 7 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 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...Until 1 AM EDT Wednesday.
* 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
07/10 PM 5.5 0.8 0.4 N/A Minor
08/11 AM 6.1 1.4 0.5 N/A Minor
08/11 PM 5.3 0.6 0.4 N/A None
09/11 AM 6.1 1.4 0.6 N/A Minor
10/01 AM 5.8 1.1 1.2 N/A Minor
10/12 PM 6.3 1.6 0.9 N/A Minor
&&
$$
216 follow-up statements
886
WHUS42 KILM 080244
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
1044 PM EDT Tue Oct 7 2025
SCZ054-056-080345-
/O.CAN.KILM.CF.Y.0079.000000T0000Z-251008T0300Z/
Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
1044 PM EDT Tue Oct 7 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...
$$
NCZ107-080500-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0079.000000T0000Z-251008T0500Z/
Inland New Hanover-
1044 PM EDT Tue Oct 7 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...
* 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 1 AM EDT Wednesday.
* 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
07/10 PM 5.5 0.8 0.4 N/A Minor
08/11 AM 6.0 1.3 0.4 N/A Minor
08/11 PM 5.3 0.6 0.4 N/A None
09/11 AM 6.1 1.4 0.6 N/A Minor
10/01 AM 5.8 1.1 1.2 N/A Minor
10/12 PM 6.3 1.6 0.9 N/A Minor
&&
$$
NCZ106-108-081045-
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0036.251008T1000Z-251009T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
1044 PM EDT Tue Oct 7 2025
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY THROUGH WEDNESDAY EVENING...
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties.
* WHEN...From 6 AM EDT Wednesday through Wednesday evening.
* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
$$
21959 WHUS42 KILM 080422 CFWILM Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Wilmington NC 1222 AM EDT Wed Oct 8 2025 NCZ107-080530- /O.CAN.KILM.CF.Y.0079.000000T0000Z-251008T0500Z/ Inland New Hanover- 1222 AM EDT Wed Oct 8 2025 ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... $$ NCZ106-108-081230- /O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0036.251008T1000Z-251009T0000Z/ Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover- 1222 AM EDT Wed Oct 8 2025 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT THIS MORNING THROUGH THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected. * WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties. * WHEN...From 6 AM EDT this morning through this evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$
623
WHUS42 KILM 080535
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
135 AM EDT Wed Oct 8 2025
NCZ106-108-081500-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0080.251008T1100Z-251008T1500Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0036.251008T1000Z-251009T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
135 AM EDT Wed Oct 8 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. 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 and Coastal New Hanover Counties.
* 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.
* 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
08/09 AM 6.3 1.8 0.6 3 Minor
08/09 PM 5.3 0.8 0.4 3 None
09/09 AM 6.7 2.2 1.0 4 Minor
09/10 PM 6.0 1.5 1.4 5 Minor
10/10 AM 7.1 2.6 1.5 5 Minor
10/11 PM 5.7 1.2 1.4 5 None
&&
$$
NCZ107-081500-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0080.251008T1300Z-251008T1700Z/
Inland New Hanover-
135 AM EDT Wed Oct 8 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THIS MORNING TO
1 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown
Wilmington.
* WHEN...From 9 AM this morning to 1 PM EDT this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Portions of Battleship Road and USS North Carolina
Road observe minor coastal flooding up to one foot in depth.
In downtown Wilmington, sections of Water Street observe minor
flooding up to one half foot in depth. Check with local
officials for any road closures or impacts.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
other factors.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Cape Fear River at Wilmington
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.5 ft, Moderate 6.8 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 0.8 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 5.3 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
08/11 AM 6.0 1.3 0.4 N/A Minor
08/11 PM 5.3 0.6 0.4 N/A None
09/12 PM 6.2 1.5 0.7 N/A Minor
10/12 AM 5.7 1.0 1.0 N/A Minor
10/01 PM 6.5 1.8 1.1 N/A Minor
&&
$$
NCZ110-081500-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0080.251008T1100Z-251008T1500Z/
Coastal Brunswick-
135 AM EDT Wed Oct 8 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...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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
08/09 AM 6.3 1.8 0.6 3 Minor
08/09 PM 5.3 0.8 0.4 3 None
09/09 AM 6.7 2.2 1.0 4 Minor
09/10 PM 6.0 1.5 1.4 5 Minor
10/10 AM 7.1 2.6 1.5 5 Minor
10/11 PM 5.7 1.2 1.4 5 None
&&
$$
SCZ054-056-081500-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0080.251008T1100Z-251008T1500Z/
Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
135 AM EDT Wed Oct 8 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 11 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties.
* WHEN...From 7 AM to 11 AM EDT this morning.
* IMPACTS...Vulnerable causeways to and from local beaches will
experience minor coastal flooding. Low-lying roads and
locations along the Intracoastal Waterway and adjacent tidal
creeks will observe minor coastal flooding. Check with local
officials for the latest information regarding coastal flood
impacts and closures.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
other factors.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Springmaid Pier at Myrtle Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 8.5 ft, Major 10.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.4 ft, Moderate 2.9 ft, Major 4.9 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
08/09 AM 7.7 2.1 0.7 2-3 Minor
08/09 PM 6.7 1.1 0.7 2 None
09/10 AM 8.4 2.8 1.4 3-4 Minor
09/10 PM 7.3 1.7 1.6 4 Minor
10/11 AM 8.5 2.9 1.8 4-5 Moderate
10/11 PM 7.2 1.6 1.8 5 Minor
&&
$$712
WHUS42 KILM 081502
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
1102 AM EDT Wed Oct 8 2025
NCZ106-108-090000-
/O.EXP.KILM.CF.Y.0080.000000T0000Z-251008T1500Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0036.000000T0000Z-251009T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
1102 AM EDT Wed Oct 8 2025
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
$$
NCZ110-SCZ054-056-081615-
/O.EXP.KILM.CF.Y.0080.000000T0000Z-251008T1500Z/
Coastal Brunswick-Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
1102 AM EDT Wed Oct 8 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...
$$
NCZ107-081700-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0080.000000T0000Z-251008T1700Z/
Inland New Hanover-
1102 AM EDT Wed Oct 8 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.
* 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 AM 6.0 1.3 0.4 N/A Minor
08/11 PM 5.3 0.6 0.4 N/A None
09/12 PM 6.2 1.5 0.7 N/A Minor
10/12 AM 5.7 1.0 1.0 N/A Minor
10/01 PM 6.5 1.8 1.1 N/A Minor
11/01 AM 5.8 1.1 1.2 N/A Minor
&&
$$389 WHUS42 KILM 081703 CFWILM Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Wilmington NC 103 PM EDT Wed Oct 8 2025 NCZ107-081815- /O.EXP.KILM.CF.Y.0080.000000T0000Z-251008T1700Z/ Inland New Hanover- 103 PM EDT Wed Oct 8 2025 ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED... $$ NCZ106-108-090000- /O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0036.000000T0000Z-251009T0000Z/ Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover- 103 PM EDT Wed Oct 8 2025 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$
549 WHUS42 KILM 082337 CFWILM Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Wilmington NC 737 PM EDT Wed Oct 8 2025 NCZ108-090800- /O.CAN.KILM.RP.S.0036.000000T0000Z-251009T0000Z/ /O.NEW.KILM.BH.S.0037.251009T1000Z-251010T0000Z/ /O.NEW.KILM.RP.S.0037.251009T1000Z-251010T0000Z/ Coastal New Hanover- 737 PM EDT Wed Oct 8 2025 ...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT THURSDAY THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING... ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT THURSDAY THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING... * WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, Strong north to south longshore current. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents expected. * WHERE...Coastal New Hanover County. * WHEN...From 6 AM EDT Thursday through Thursday evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. Longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other hazardous areas. It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making it difficult to return to shore. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may be swept into. && $$ NCZ106-090800- /O.CAN.KILM.RP.S.0036.000000T0000Z-251009T0000Z/ /O.NEW.KILM.BH.S.0037.251009T1000Z-251010T0000Z/ Coastal Pender- 737 PM EDT Wed Oct 8 2025 ...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT THURSDAY THROUGH THURSDAY 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 Thursday through Thursday evening. * IMPACTS...Longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other hazardous areas. It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making it difficult to return to shore. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may be swept into. && $$ SCZ054-056-090800- /O.NEW.KILM.BH.S.0037.251009T1000Z-251010T0000Z/ Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown- 737 PM EDT Wed Oct 8 2025 ...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT THURSDAY THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Strong north to south longshore current. There is also a Moderate Risk of rip currents expected. * WHERE...Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties. * WHEN...From 6 AM EDT Thursday through Thursday evening. * IMPACTS...Longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other hazardous areas. It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making it difficult to return to shore. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may be swept into. && $$
The office that day
Everything else NWS Wilmington, NC issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 7, 1:59 PM EDT | Coastal Flood Advisory | ILM | New Hanover | 10 hr |
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Rip Current Statements in North Carolina, 2025Every rip current statement in 2025
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.