Coastal Flood Warnings/Watches/Statements
Issued by NWS Wilmington, NC
Issued by NWS Wilmington, NC
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Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
251 AM EDT Sat Oct 24 2026
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Coastal New Hanover-
251 AM EDT Sat Oct 24 2026
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT THIS
MORNING THROUGH THIS EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM THIS MORNING TO 8 PM
EDT MONDAY...
* 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. For the High Surf Advisory, large
breaking waves of 4 to 7 feet expected in the surf zone. Strong
north to south longshore current expected.
* WHERE...Coastal New Hanover County.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 9 PM EDT this
evening. For the High Rip Current Risk, from 6 AM EDT this
morning through this evening. For the High Surf Advisory, from
8 AM this morning to 8 PM EDT Monday.
* 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. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and
localized beach erosion. 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.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
24/06 AM 6.8 2.3 1.8 5 Minor
24/07 PM 6.2 1.7 1.6 5-6 Minor
25/07 AM 7.0 2.5 1.7 5-6 Minor
25/08 PM 6.3 1.8 1.8 6-7 Minor
26/08 AM 6.9 2.4 1.4 5 Minor
26/08 PM 6.1 1.6 1.5 5 Minor
&&
$$
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Coastal Pender-
251 AM EDT Sat Oct 24 2026
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM EDT THIS
MORNING THROUGH THIS 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 Beach Hazards Statement, Strong
north to south longshore current. There is also a Moderate Risk
of rip currents expected.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender County.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 9 PM EDT this
evening. For the Beach Hazards Statement, 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. 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
24/06 AM 6.8 2.3 1.8 5 Minor
24/07 PM 6.2 1.7 1.6 5-6 Minor
25/07 AM 7.0 2.5 1.7 5-6 Minor
25/08 PM 6.3 1.8 1.8 6-7 Minor
26/08 AM 6.9 2.4 1.4 5 Minor
26/08 PM 6.1 1.6 1.5 5 Minor
&&
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Coastal Horry-
251 AM EDT Sat Oct 24 2026
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT 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 Beach Hazards Statement,
Strong north to south longshore current. There is also a
Moderate Risk of rip currents expected south of North Myrtle
Beach.
* WHERE...Coastal Horry County.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 9 PM EDT this
evening. For the Beach Hazards Statement, 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. 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
24/06 AM 7.4 1.8 1.5 3-4 Minor
24/07 PM 7.3 1.7 1.7 4-5 Minor
25/07 AM 7.8 2.2 1.4 4-5 Minor
25/08 PM 7.6 2.0 2.0 5 Minor
26/08 AM 8.1 2.5 1.4 4 Minor
26/08 PM 7.2 1.6 1.5 4 Minor
&&
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Coastal Georgetown-
251 AM EDT Sat Oct 24 2026
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...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. Strong north to south
longshore current 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 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.
* 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
24/06 AM 7.4 1.8 1.5 3-4 Minor
24/07 PM 7.3 1.7 1.7 4-5 Minor
25/07 AM 7.8 2.2 1.4 4-5 Minor
25/08 PM 7.6 2.0 2.0 5 Minor
26/08 AM 8.1 2.5 1.4 4 Minor
26/08 PM 7.2 1.6 1.5 4 Minor
&&
$$
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Inland New Hanover-
251 AM EDT Sat Oct 24 2026
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW 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...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 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
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
24/08 AM 6.1 1.4 1.1 N/A Minor
24/09 PM 5.8 1.1 1.0 N/A Minor
25/09 AM 6.3 1.6 1.1 N/A Minor
25/10 PM 5.8 1.1 1.1 N/A Minor
26/10 AM 6.4 1.7 1.0 N/A Minor
26/10 PM 5.8 1.1 1.1 N/A Minor
&&
$$
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Coastal Brunswick-
251 AM EDT Sat Oct 24 2026
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Brunswick County.
* WHEN...Until 9 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal
Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal
flooding. Check with local officials for any road closures or
impacts.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on
average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience
flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or
other factors.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Mercer Pier at Wrightsville Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 8.0 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
24/06 AM 6.8 2.3 1.8 5 Minor
24/07 PM 6.2 1.7 1.6 5-6 Minor
25/07 AM 7.0 2.5 1.7 5-6 Minor
25/08 PM 6.3 1.8 1.8 6-7 Minor
26/08 AM 6.9 2.4 1.4 5 Minor
26/08 PM 6.1 1.6 1.5 5 Minor
&&
$$