Beach Hazards Statement issued September 24 at 5:52PM EDT until September 24 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half 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. * WHERE...Coastal Horry and...
**Beach Hazards Statement issued September 24 at 5:52PM EDT until September 24 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC**
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half 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.
* WHERE...Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 9 PM EDT this evening. For the Beach Hazards Statement, until 8 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. 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.
**What You Should 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.
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.
**Alert Details:**
- **Severity:** Moderate
- **Urgency:** Expected
- **Issued by:** NWS Wilmington NC
- **Effective:** Sep 24, 2026 5:52 PM UTC
- **Expires:** Sep 24, 2026 9:00 PM UTC
*This alert was automatically distributed from the National Weather Service via the IPAWS All-Hazards Information Feed.*
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