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Beach Hazards Statement 45, NWS Wilmington, NC

September 7, 2026Brunswick County, North Carolina; Horry County, South Carolina

NWS Wilmington, NC issued this beach hazards statement at Sep 7, 2026, 7:47 PM EDT for Brunswick County, North Carolina; Horry County, South Carolina. It took effect at Sep 8, 2026, 6:00 AM EDT. It was in force for 14 hr.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Sep 7, 2026, 7:47 PM EDT (23:47 UTC)
In effect from
Sep 8, 2026, 6:00 AM EDT
Expired
Sep 8, 2026, 7:56 PM EDT
In force
14 hr
Issued by
NWS Wilmington, NC

Counties Brunswick County, NC, Horry County, SC

The radar

The Wilmington radar (KLTX), 16 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 23:51 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

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The nearest sounding before it

Charleston AFB, SC (KCHS), launched 12:00Z, 11.8 hours before the alert went out and 176 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.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Charleston AFB, SC at 12:00Z on 2026-09-07Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 426 joules per kilogram.LCLLFCEL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°0°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Charleston AFB, SC at 12:00Z on 2026-09-07The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 6 square meters per square second.193958Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
426 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
-52 J/kg
Mixed-layer LCL
781 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
13 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
6 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
21 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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093 
WHUS42 KILM 072347
CFWILM

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
747 PM EDT Mon Sep 7 2026

NCZ110-SCZ054-080800-
/O.CAN.KILM.BH.S.0043.000000T0000Z-260908T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KILM.BH.S.0045.260908T1000Z-260909T0000Z/
Coastal Brunswick-Coastal Horry-
747 PM EDT Mon Sep 7 2026

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT TUESDAY
THROUGH TUESDAY EVENING...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Strong east to west longshore current for south-facing
  beaches. Strong north to south longshore current for east-facing
  beaches. There is also a Moderate Risk of rip currents expected
  for Horry County beaches.

* WHERE...In North Carolina, Coastal Brunswick County. In South 
  Carolina, Coastal Horry County.

* WHEN...From 6 AM EDT Tuesday through Tuesday evening.

* IMPACTS...Longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers 
  into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other hazardous areas. 
  It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making it difficult to 
  return to shore.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with
lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may
be swept into.

&&

$$

NCZ106-108-SCZ056-080800-
/O.CAN.KILM.BH.S.0043.000000T0000Z-260908T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KILM.RP.S.0017.260908T1000Z-260909T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-Coastal Georgetown-
747 PM EDT Mon Sep 7 2026

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT TUESDAY THROUGH
TUESDAY EVENING...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected.

* WHERE...In North Carolina, Coastal Pender and Coastal New 
  Hanover Counties. In South Carolina, Coastal Georgetown County.

* WHEN...From 6 AM EDT Tuesday through Tuesday evening.

* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away 
  from shore into deeper water.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.

&&

$$

NCZ107-080200-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0039.000000T0000Z-260908T0200Z/
Inland New Hanover-
747 PM EDT Mon Sep 7 2026

...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...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown 
  Wilmington.

* WHEN...Until 10 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.

* 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 
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 07/07 PM     5.8        1.1        0.7       N/A     Minor    
 08/08 AM     5.4        0.7        0.8       N/A      None    
 08/08 PM     5.8        1.1        0.6       N/A     Minor    
 09/09 AM     5.2        0.5        0.4       N/A      None    
 09/09 PM     5.5        0.8        0.2       N/A     Minor    
 10/09 AM     5.1        0.4        0.2       N/A      None

&&

$$

21
4 follow-up statements
722 
WHUS42 KILM 080102
CFWILM

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
902 PM EDT Mon Sep 7 2026

NCZ107-080215-
/O.CAN.KILM.CF.Y.0039.000000T0000Z-260908T0200Z/
Inland New Hanover-
902 PM EDT Mon Sep 7 2026

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

$$

NCZ110-SCZ054-090000-
/O.CON.KILM.BH.S.0045.260908T1000Z-260909T0000Z/
Coastal Brunswick-Coastal Horry-
902 PM EDT Mon Sep 7 2026

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT
TUESDAY THROUGH TUESDAY EVENING...

* WHAT... Strong east to west longshore current for south-facing
  beaches. Strong north to south longshore current for east-facing
  beaches. There is also a Moderate Risk of rip currents expected
  for Horry County beaches.

* WHERE...In North Carolina, Coastal Brunswick County. In South 
  Carolina, Coastal Horry County.

* WHEN...From 6 AM EDT Tuesday through Tuesday evening.

* IMPACTS...Longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers 
  into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other hazardous areas. 
  It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making it difficult to 
  return to shore.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with
lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may
be swept into.

&&

$$

NCZ106-108-SCZ056-090000-
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0017.260908T1000Z-260909T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-Coastal Georgetown-
902 PM EDT Mon Sep 7 2026

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT TUESDAY
THROUGH TUESDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected.

* WHERE...In North Carolina, Coastal Pender and Coastal New 
  Hanover Counties. In South Carolina, Coastal Georgetown County.

* WHEN...From 6 AM EDT Tuesday through Tuesday evening.

* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away 
  from shore into deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.

&&

$$

21
933 
WHUS42 KILM 080638
CFWILM

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
238 AM EDT Tue Sep 8 2026

NCZ107-090000-
/O.NEW.KILM.CF.Y.0040.260908T2300Z-260909T0200Z/
Inland New Hanover-
238 AM EDT Tue Sep 8 2026

...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...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown 
  Wilmington.

* WHEN...From 7 PM to 10 PM EDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...The lowest portions of USS North Carolina Road and 
  Battleship Road begin to observe minor coastal flooding. Water 
  begins to spread out of storm drains onto Water Street just 
  south of Market Street in downtown Wilmington.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on 
  average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience 
  flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or 
  other factors.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.

&&

Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.

Cape Fear River at Wilmington
MLLW Categories - Minor 5.5 ft, Moderate 6.8 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 0.8 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 5.3 ft

             Total      Total    Departure                   
 Day/Time    Tide       Tide     from Norm   Waves    Flood  
            ft MLLW    ft MHHW       ft       ft      Impact 
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 08/08 AM     5.4        0.7        0.8       N/A      None    
 08/08 PM     5.7        1.0        0.5       N/A     Minor    
 09/09 AM     5.2        0.5        0.4       N/A      None    
 09/09 PM     5.7        1.0        0.4       N/A     Minor    
 10/10 AM     5.3        0.6        0.4       N/A      None    
 10/10 PM     5.5        0.8        0.3       N/A     Minor

&&

$$

NCZ110-SCZ054-090000-
/O.CON.KILM.BH.S.0045.260908T1000Z-260909T0000Z/
Coastal Brunswick-Coastal Horry-
238 AM EDT Tue Sep 8 2026

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT THIS
MORNING THROUGH THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Strong east to west longshore current for south-facing
  beaches. Strong north to south longshore current for east-facing
  beaches. There is also a Moderate Risk of rip currents expected
  for Horry County beaches.

* WHERE...In North Carolina, Coastal Brunswick County. In South 
  Carolina, Coastal Horry County.

* WHEN...Today.

* 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-SCZ056-090000-
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0017.260908T1000Z-260909T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-Coastal Georgetown-
238 AM EDT Tue Sep 8 2026

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT THIS
MORNING THROUGH THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected. A strong north to south
  longshore current is also expected.

* WHERE...In North Carolina, Coastal Pender and Coastal New 
  Hanover Counties. In South Carolina, Coastal Georgetown County.

* WHEN...Today.

* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away 
  from shore into deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.

&&

$$

21
507 
WHUS42 KILM 081835
CFWILM

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
235 PM EDT Tue Sep 8 2026

NCZ110-090000-
/O.EXB.KILM.CF.Y.0040.260908T2100Z-260909T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.BH.S.0045.000000T0000Z-260909T0000Z/
Coastal Brunswick-
235 PM EDT Tue Sep 8 2026

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, Strong east to west longshore
  current. 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...Today.

* IMPACTS...Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal 
  Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal 
  flooding. Check with local officials for any road closures or 
  impacts. Longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers 
  into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other hazardous areas. 
  It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making it difficult to 
  return to shore.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on 
  average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience 
  flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or 
  other factors.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.

Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with
lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may
be swept into.

&&

Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.

Mercer Pier at Wrightsville Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 8.0 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft

             Total      Total    Departure                   
 Day/Time    Tide       Tide     from Norm   Waves    Flood  
            ft MLLW    ft MHHW       ft       ft      Impact 
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 08/06 PM     6.1        1.6        1.0       3-4     Minor    
 09/06 AM     5.3        0.8        0.7        3       None    
 09/07 PM     5.8        1.3        0.6        3       None    
 10/07 AM     5.4        0.9        0.4        2       None    
 10/07 PM     5.5        1.0        0.4        2       None    
 11/08 AM     5.4        0.9        0.2        2       None

&&

$$

SCZ054-090000-
/O.EXB.KILM.CF.Y.0040.260908T2100Z-260909T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.BH.S.0045.000000T0000Z-260909T0000Z/
Coastal Horry-
235 PM EDT Tue Sep 8 2026

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, Strong north to south
  longshore current. There is also a Moderate Risk of rip currents.
  For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of 
  inundation above ground level expected in low- lying areas near 
  shorelines and tidal waterways.

* WHERE...Coastal Horry County.

* WHEN...Today.

* IMPACTS...Vulnerable causeways to and from local beaches may 
  experience minor coastal flooding. Low-lying roads and 
  locations along the Intracoastal Waterway and adjacent tidal 
  creeks may observe minor coastal flooding. Check with local 
  officials for the latest information regarding coastal flood 
  impacts and closures. Longshore currents can sweep swimmers 
  and surfers into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other 
  hazardous areas. It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making 
  it difficult to return to shore.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on 
  average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience 
  flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or 
  other factors.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.

Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with
lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may
be swept into.

&&

Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.

Springmaid Pier at Myrtle Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 8.5 ft, Major 10.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.4 ft, Moderate 2.9 ft, Major 4.9 ft

             Total      Total    Departure                   
 Day/Time    Tide       Tide     from Norm   Waves    Flood  
            ft MLLW    ft MHHW       ft       ft      Impact 
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 08/06 PM     7.4        1.8        1.1       3-4     Minor    
 09/06 AM     6.4        0.8        0.8        3       None    
 09/07 PM     7.0        1.4        0.7       2-3     Minor    
 10/07 AM     6.5        0.9        0.6        2       None    
 10/08 PM     6.9        1.3        0.6        2       None    
 11/08 AM     6.7        1.1        0.5        2       None

&&

$$

NCZ106-108-090000-
/O.EXB.KILM.CF.Y.0040.260908T2100Z-260909T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0017.000000T0000Z-260909T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
235 PM EDT Tue Sep 8 2026

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
  There is also a strong north to south longshore current. 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...Today.

* 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 
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 08/06 PM     6.1        1.6        1.0       3-4     Minor    
 09/06 AM     5.3        0.8        0.7        3       None    
 09/07 PM     5.8        1.3        0.6        3       None    
 10/07 AM     5.4        0.9        0.4        2       None    
 10/07 PM     5.5        1.0        0.4        2       None    
 11/08 AM     5.4        0.9        0.2        2       None

&&

$$

SCZ056-090000-
/O.EXB.KILM.CF.Y.0040.260908T2100Z-260909T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.RP.S.0017.000000T0000Z-260909T0000Z/
Coastal Georgetown-
235 PM EDT Tue Sep 8 2026

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
  There is also a strong north to south longshore current. 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...Today.

* IMPACTS...Vulnerable causeways to and from local beaches may 
  experience minor coastal flooding. Low-lying roads and 
  locations along the Intracoastal Waterway and adjacent tidal 
  creeks may observe minor coastal flooding. Check with local 
  officials for the latest information regarding coastal flood 
  impacts and closures. Rip currents can sweep even the best 
  swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on 
  average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience 
  flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or 
  other factors.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.

Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.

&&

Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.

Springmaid Pier at Myrtle Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 8.5 ft, Major 10.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.4 ft, Moderate 2.9 ft, Major 4.9 ft

             Total      Total    Departure                   
 Day/Time    Tide       Tide     from Norm   Waves    Flood  
            ft MLLW    ft MHHW       ft       ft      Impact 
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 08/06 PM     7.4        1.8        1.1       3-4     Minor    
 09/06 AM     6.4        0.8        0.8        3       None    
 09/07 PM     7.0        1.4        0.7       2-3     Minor    
 10/07 AM     6.5        0.9        0.6        2       None    
 10/08 PM     6.9        1.3        0.6        2       None    
 11/08 AM     6.7        1.1        0.5        2       None

&&

$$

NCZ107-090000-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0040.260908T2300Z-260909T0200Z/
Inland New Hanover-
235 PM EDT Tue Sep 8 2026

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS 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...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown 
  Wilmington.

* WHEN...From 7 PM to 10 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.

* 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 
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 08/08 PM     5.9        1.2        0.7       N/A     Minor    
 09/09 AM     5.3        0.6        0.5       N/A      None    
 09/09 PM     5.7        1.0        0.4       N/A     Minor    
 10/09 AM     5.3        0.6        0.4       N/A      None    
 10/10 PM     5.6        0.9        0.4       N/A     Minor    
 11/10 AM     5.5        0.8        0.4       N/A     Minor

&&

$$

19
967 
WHUS42 KILM 082356
CFWILM

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
756 PM EDT Tue Sep 8 2026

NCZ110-SCZ054-090100-
/O.CAN.KILM.CF.Y.0040.000000T0000Z-260909T0000Z/
/O.CAN.KILM.BH.S.0045.000000T0000Z-260909T0000Z/
Coastal Brunswick-Coastal Horry-
756 PM EDT Tue Sep 8 2026

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IS CANCELLED...

$$

NCZ106-108-SCZ056-090100-
/O.CAN.KILM.CF.Y.0040.000000T0000Z-260909T0000Z/
/O.CAN.KILM.RP.S.0017.000000T0000Z-260909T0000Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-Coastal Georgetown-
756 PM EDT Tue Sep 8 2026

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IS CANCELLED...

$$

NCZ107-090200-
/O.CON.KILM.CF.Y.0040.000000T0000Z-260909T0200Z/
Inland New Hanover-
756 PM EDT Tue Sep 8 2026

...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...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown 
  Wilmington.

* WHEN...Until 10 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.

* 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 
 --------  ---------  ---------  ---------  -------  --------
 08/08 PM     5.9        1.2        0.7       N/A     Minor    
 09/09 AM     5.3        0.6        0.5       N/A      None    
 09/09 PM     5.7        1.0        0.4       N/A     Minor    
 10/09 AM     5.3        0.6        0.4       N/A      None    
 10/10 PM     5.6        0.9        0.4       N/A     Minor    
 11/10 AM     5.5        0.8        0.4       N/A     Minor

&&

$$

21

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this beach hazards statement went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS Wilmington, NC wrote its last area forecast discussion before this beach hazards statement went out at Sep 7, 6:58 PM EDT, 49 minutes earlier. Its key messages:

  • 1) Drier and cooler conditions over the next few days with heat and higher rain chances returning late week.
Area forecast discussion, Sep 7, 6:58 PM EDT, 49 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
658 PM EDT Mon Sep 7 2026

.WHAT HAS CHANGED...
As of 7 PM EDT: Coastal flood advisories for area beaches have
ended. Minor coastal flooding continues for the lower Cape Fear
River including Downtown Wilmington. The aviation section has
been updated for the 00Z TAF issuance.

As of 3 PM EDT: The Small Craft Advisory has been extended
through 7 AM Tuesday. Also, Coastal Flood Advisories were added
along all coastal zones for this afternoon's high tide cycle.

&&

.KEY MESSAGES...
1) Drier and cooler conditions over the next few days with heat
and higher rain chances returning late week.

&&

.DISCUSSION...
KEY MESSAGE 1...Drier and cooler conditions over the next few
days with heat and higher rain chances returning late week.

KEY MESSAGE 1 DESCRIPTION...Sfc high pressure ridging in from
the north through mid week will allow for continued cooler temps
than we've seen as of late, with PoPs no higher than around 20%
and confined to far SE areas/offshore. Temps warm a bit into
Thursday as the high pushes offshore with some guidance
supporting 20-30% PoPs inland, but the next good rain chances
(50-60% PoPs) don't arrive until Friday into the weekend as
better shortwave energy aloft moves through the area. By Friday,
heat indices are likely to return to around 100 degrees once
again with upr-level ridging just off the SE coast.

&&

.AVIATION /00Z TUESDAY THROUGH SATURDAY/...
Onshore flow will weaken around sunset; CRE/MYR may see weak NE
gusts overnight with the marine layer. Patchy MVFR clouds are
possible at times for coastal locations, but dry air over land
should keep CIGs short-lived if they develop. VFR continues on
Tuesday with gusty winds returning.

Extended Outlook... Predominantly VFR conditions continue with
dry high pressure in place, with restrictions possibly returning
in convection Friday into the weekend.

&&

.MARINE...
A SCA remains in effect through tonight with moderate ENE flow
as sfc high pressure positions off to the north. Decided to
extend the advisory until 7 AM Tuesday as guidance typically
undercuts seas in this regime and they actually already are
running slightly higher than guidance. At that time and
thereafter, the 6 ft seas should be confided to around and
beyond 20 NM. Sub- SCA conditions then for the remainder of the
week as the pressure gradient noticeably slackens.

&&

.ILM WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
NC...Beach Hazards Statement until 8 PM EDT this evening for NCZ106-
     108-110.
     Coastal Flood Advisory until 10 PM EDT this evening for NCZ107.
SC...Beach Hazards Statement until 8 PM EDT this evening for SCZ054-
     056.
MARINE...Small Craft Advisory until 7 AM EDT Tuesday for AMZ250-252-254-
     256.

&&

WHAT HAS CHANGED...ILM
KEY MESSAGES...MAS
DISCUSSION...MAS
AVIATION...MAS/21
MARINE...MAS

The office that day

Everything else NWS Wilmington, NC issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Sep 6, 8:01 PM EDTBeach Hazards StatementILMBrunswick, New Hanover, Pender24 hr
Sep 7, 1:34 AM EDTBeach Hazards StatementILMBrunswick, New Hanover, Pender11 min
Sep 7, 1:34 AM EDTCoastal Flood AdvisoryILMBrunswick, New Hanover, Pender19 hr
Sep 7, 1:48 AM EDTSmall Craft AdvisoryILM29 hr
Sep 7, 7:47 PM EDTRip Current StatementILMNew Hanover, Pender24 hr

Nearby

Beach Hazards Statements in North Carolina, 2026Beach Hazards Statements in South Carolina, 2026Every beach hazards statement in 2026

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.