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Rip Current Statement 8, NWS Wilmington, NC
NWS Wilmington, NC issued this rip current statement at May 26, 2025, 8:28 PM EDT for New Hanover County, Pender County, North Carolina. It took effect at May 27, 2025, 6:00 AM EDT. It was in force for 14 hr.
The area
The counties it named.
The facts
- Issued
- May 26, 2025, 8:28 PM EDT (00:28 UTC)
- In effect from
- May 27, 2025, 6:00 AM EDT
- Expired
- May 27, 2025, 8:00 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 00:30 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
Newport, NC (KMHX), launched 00:00Z, 0.5 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
- 0 J/kg
- Mixed-layer CIN
- No buoyant parcel
- Mixed-layer LCL
- 725 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 40 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- 134 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 278 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 0.0
- Supercell composite
- 0.0
The text
As transmitted.
069
WHUS42 KILM 270028
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
828 PM EDT Mon May 26 2025
NCZ106-108-270300-
/O.NEW.KILM.RP.S.0008.250527T1000Z-250528T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-250527T0300Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
828 PM EDT Mon May 26 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 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 Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties.
* 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
26/08 PM 6.8 2.3 1.4 5 Minor
27/08 AM 5.2 0.7 1.2 5 None
27/08 PM 6.5 2.0 1.0 4-5 Minor
28/09 AM 4.6 0.1 0.7 3-4 None
28/09 PM 6.0 1.5 0.7 3 Minor
29/10 AM 4.5 0.0 0.7 2 None
&&
$$
NCZ107-270300-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-250527T0500Z/
Inland New Hanover-
828 PM EDT Mon May 26 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EDT
TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown
Wilmington.
* WHEN...Until 1 AM EDT Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Portions of Battleship Road and USS North Carolina
Road observe minor coastal flooding up to one foot in depth.
In downtown Wilmington, sections of Water Street observe minor
flooding up to one half foot in depth. Check with local
officials for any road closures or impacts.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
other factors.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Cape Fear River at Wilmington
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.5 ft, Moderate 6.8 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 0.8 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 5.3 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
26/10 PM 6.2 1.5 0.8 N/A Minor
27/10 AM 5.2 0.5 1.0 N/A None
27/11 PM 6.3 1.6 0.9 N/A Minor
28/11 AM 4.7 0.0 0.6 N/A None
28/11 PM 5.8 1.1 0.7 N/A Minor
29/12 PM 4.8 0.1 0.7 N/A None
&&
$$
NCZ110-SCZ054-056-270300-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-250527T0300Z/
Coastal Brunswick-Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
828 PM EDT Mon May 26 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...In North Carolina, Coastal Brunswick County. In South
Carolina, Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties.
* 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. 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
26/08 PM 7.7 2.1 1.0 3-4 Minor
27/08 AM 6.3 0.7 1.2 3 None
27/09 PM 7.4 1.8 0.8 3 Minor
28/09 AM 5.6 0.0 0.6 2 None
28/10 PM 7.1 1.5 0.7 2 Minor
29/10 AM 5.6 0.0 0.7 2 None
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
26/08 PM 6.8 2.3 1.4 5 Minor
27/08 AM 5.2 0.7 1.2 5 None
27/08 PM 6.5 2.0 1.0 4-5 Minor
28/09 AM 4.6 0.1 0.7 3-4 None
28/09 PM 6.0 1.5 0.7 3 Minor
29/10 AM 4.5 0.0 0.7 2 None
&&
$$
IGB5 follow-up statements
694
WHUS42 KILM 270142
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
942 PM EDT Mon May 26 2025
NCZ106-108-270945-
/O.CAN.KILM.CF.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-250527T0300Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0008.250527T1000Z-250528T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
942 PM EDT Mon May 26 2025
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT TUESDAY
THROUGH TUESDAY EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties.
* WHEN...From 6 AM EDT Tuesday through Tuesday evening.
* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
$$
NCZ110-SCZ054-056-270245-
/O.CAN.KILM.CF.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-250527T0300Z/
Coastal Brunswick-Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
942 PM EDT Mon May 26 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...
$$
NCZ107-270500-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-250527T0500Z/
Inland New Hanover-
942 PM EDT Mon May 26 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EDT
TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown
Wilmington.
* WHEN...Until 1 AM EDT Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Portions of Battleship Road and USS North Carolina
Road observe minor coastal flooding up to one foot in depth.
In downtown Wilmington, sections of Water Street observe minor
flooding up to one half foot in depth. Check with local
officials for any road closures or impacts.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
other factors.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Cape Fear River at Wilmington
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.5 ft, Moderate 6.8 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 0.8 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 5.3 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
26/10 PM 6.2 1.5 0.8 N/A Minor
27/10 AM 5.2 0.5 1.0 N/A None
27/11 PM 6.3 1.6 0.9 N/A Minor
28/11 AM 4.7 0.0 0.6 N/A None
28/11 PM 5.8 1.1 0.7 N/A Minor
29/12 PM 4.8 0.1 0.7 N/A None
&&
$$430 WHUS42 KILM 270431 CFWILM Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Wilmington NC 1231 AM EDT Tue May 27 2025 NCZ107-270545- /O.EXP.KILM.CF.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-250527T0500Z/ Inland New Hanover- 1231 AM EDT Tue May 27 2025 ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 1 AM EDT EARLY THIS MORNING... $$ NCZ106-108-271245- /O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0008.250527T1000Z-250528T0000Z/ Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover- 1231 AM EDT Tue May 27 2025 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT THIS MORNING THROUGH THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected. * WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties. * WHEN...From 6 AM EDT this morning through this evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$
779 WHUS42 KILM 270717 CFWILM Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Wilmington NC 317 AM EDT Tue May 27 2025 NCZ110-280000- /O.NEW.KILM.BH.S.0010.250527T1000Z-250528T0000Z/ Coastal Brunswick- 317 AM EDT Tue May 27 2025 ...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Strong east to west longshore current. There is also a Moderate Risk of rip currents expected. * WHERE...Coastal Brunswick County. * WHEN...Through this evening. * IMPACTS...Longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other hazardous areas. It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making it difficult to return to shore. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may be swept into. && $$ NCZ106-108-280000- /O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0008.250527T1000Z-250528T0000Z/ Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover- 317 AM EDT Tue May 27 2025 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected. * WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties. * WHEN...Through this evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$ LEW
129
WHUS42 KILM 271925
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
325 PM EDT Tue May 27 2025
NCZ110-280200-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0013.250527T2300Z-250528T0200Z/
/O.CON.KILM.BH.S.0010.000000T0000Z-250528T0000Z/
Coastal Brunswick-
325 PM EDT Tue May 27 2025
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM TO 10 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, Strong east to west
longshore current. There is also a Moderate Risk of rip currents.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of
inundation above ground level expected in low- lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Brunswick County.
* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, until 8 PM EDT this
evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 7 PM to 10 PM
EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal
Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal
flooding. Check with local officials for any road closures or
impacts. Longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers
into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other hazardous areas.
It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making it difficult to
return to shore.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
other factors.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with
lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may
be swept into.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Mercer Pier at Wrightsville Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 8.0 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
27/08 PM 6.3 1.8 0.8 4 Minor
28/09 AM 4.5 0.0 0.6 4 None
28/09 PM 5.6 1.1 0.3 3 None
29/10 AM 4.3 -0.2 0.5 2-3 None
29/11 PM 5.8 1.3 0.8 2 None
30/11 AM 4.1 -0.4 0.3 3 None
&&
$$
NCZ106-108-280200-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0013.250527T2300Z-250528T0200Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0008.000000T0000Z-250528T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
325 PM EDT Tue May 27 2025
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM 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 Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, until 8 PM EDT this
evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 7 PM to 10 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
27/08 PM 6.3 1.8 0.8 4 Minor
28/09 AM 4.5 0.0 0.6 4 None
28/09 PM 5.6 1.1 0.3 3 None
29/10 AM 4.3 -0.2 0.5 2-3 None
29/11 PM 5.8 1.3 0.8 2 None
30/11 AM 4.1 -0.4 0.3 3 None
&&
$$
SCZ054-056-280200-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0013.250527T2300Z-250528T0200Z/
Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
325 PM EDT Tue May 27 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM 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 and Coastal Georgetown Counties.
* WHEN...From 7 PM 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
27/08 PM 7.0 1.4 0.4 3 Minor
28/09 AM 5.4 -0.2 0.4 2 None
28/10 PM 6.8 1.2 0.4 2 None
29/10 AM 5.3 -0.3 0.4 2 None
29/10 PM 6.4 0.8 0.3 2 None
30/11 AM 4.8 -0.8 0.1 2 None
&&
$$
NCZ107-280400-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0013.250528T0100Z-250528T0400Z/
Inland New Hanover-
325 PM EDT Tue May 27 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO
MIDNIGHT EDT TONIGHT...
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown
Wilmington.
* WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to midnight EDT tonight.
* IMPACTS...The lowest portions of USS North Carolina Road and
Battleship Road begin to observe minor coastal flooding. Water
begins to spread out of storm drains onto Water Street just
south of Market Street in downtown Wilmington.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
other factors.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Cape Fear River at Wilmington
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.5 ft, Moderate 6.8 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 0.8 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 5.3 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
27/11 PM 5.7 1.0 0.3 N/A Minor
28/11 AM 4.6 -0.1 0.5 N/A None
29/12 AM 5.4 0.7 0.2 N/A None
29/12 PM 4.5 -0.2 0.4 N/A None
30/01 AM 5.3 0.6 0.3 N/A None
30/01 PM 4.5 -0.2 0.4 N/A None
&&
$$
21301
WHUS42 KILM 272352
CFWILM
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
752 PM EDT Tue May 27 2025
NCZ110-280200-
/O.EXP.KILM.BH.S.0010.000000T0000Z-250528T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0013.000000T0000Z-250528T0200Z/
Coastal Brunswick-
752 PM EDT Tue May 27 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT WILL EXPIRE AT 8 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 10 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
27/08 PM 6.3 1.8 0.8 4 Minor
28/09 AM 4.5 0.0 0.6 4 None
28/09 PM 5.6 1.1 0.3 3 None
29/10 AM 4.3 -0.2 0.5 2-3 None
29/11 PM 5.8 1.3 0.8 2 None
30/11 AM 4.1 -0.4 0.3 3 None
&&
$$
NCZ106-108-280200-
/O.EXP.KILM.RP.S.0008.000000T0000Z-250528T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0013.000000T0000Z-250528T0200Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
752 PM EDT Tue May 27 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK WILL EXPIRE AT 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level in
low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties.
* WHEN...Until 10 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal
Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal
flooding. Check with local officials for any road closures or
impacts.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
other factors.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Mercer Pier at Wrightsville Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 8.0 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
27/08 PM 6.3 1.8 0.8 4 Minor
28/09 AM 4.5 0.0 0.6 4 None
28/09 PM 5.6 1.1 0.3 3 None
29/10 AM 4.3 -0.2 0.5 2-3 None
29/11 PM 5.8 1.3 0.8 2 None
30/11 AM 4.1 -0.4 0.3 3 None
&&
$$
SCZ054-056-280200-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0013.000000T0000Z-250528T0200Z/
Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
752 PM EDT Tue May 27 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 and Coastal Georgetown Counties.
* 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.
* 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
27/08 PM 7.0 1.4 0.4 3 Minor
28/09 AM 5.4 -0.2 0.4 2 None
28/10 PM 6.8 1.2 0.4 2 None
29/10 AM 5.3 -0.3 0.4 2 None
29/10 PM 6.4 0.8 0.3 2 None
30/11 AM 4.8 -0.8 0.1 2 None
&&
$$
NCZ107-280400-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0013.250528T0100Z-250528T0400Z/
Inland New Hanover-
752 PM EDT Tue May 27 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EDT
TONIGHT...
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown
Wilmington.
* WHEN...Until midnight EDT tonight.
* IMPACTS...The lowest portions of USS North Carolina Road and
Battleship Road begin to observe minor coastal flooding. Water
begins to spread out of storm drains onto Water Street just
south of Market Street in downtown Wilmington.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
other factors.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Cape Fear River at Wilmington
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.5 ft, Moderate 6.8 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 0.8 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 5.3 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
27/11 PM 5.7 1.0 0.3 N/A Minor
28/11 AM 4.6 -0.1 0.5 N/A None
29/12 AM 5.4 0.7 0.2 N/A None
29/12 PM 4.5 -0.2 0.4 N/A None
30/01 AM 5.3 0.6 0.3 N/A None
30/01 PM 4.5 -0.2 0.4 N/A None
&&
$$
IGBThe office that day
Everything else NWS Wilmington, NC issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 27, 3:16 AM EDT | Flood Watch | ILM | Brunswick, New Hanover | 12 hr |
| May 27, 3:17 AM EDT | Beach Hazards Statement | ILM | Brunswick | 17 hr |
| May 27, 3:25 PM EDT | Coastal Flood Advisory | ILM | Brunswick, New Hanover, Pender | 9 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.