Wilmington, NC 28411 Weather Alerts

New Hanover County3:18 PM EDT34.30°N, 77.80°W

Coastal Flood Advisory

Minor · Expected

From 6:00 PM Fri until 11:00 AM Sat·Issued 1:15 PM Fri Oct 23·NWS Wilmington NC

Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 23 at 1:15PM EDT until October 24 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC

Details

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: During the Friday evening and Saturday morning high tide cycles.

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.

What to do

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.

Areas: Inland New Hanover

From the National Weather Service. In an emergency follow the instructions of local officials.

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