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Beach Hazards Statement Issued for Coastal Pender, New Hanover, and Georgetown Counties

A Beach Hazards Statement has been issued for Coastal Pender, Coastal New Hanover, and Coastal Georgetown counties, effective until 9:00 PM EDT tonight, October 6, 2026.

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10/06/2026 · Pender County edition

A Beach Hazards Statement has been issued for Coastal Pender, Coastal New Hanover, and Coastal Georgetown counties, effective immediately. The statement was issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) Wilmington NC at 7:50 PM EDT on October 6, 2026, and is expected to expire at 9:00 PM EDT tonight.

This is a moderate severity alert. The NWS advises residents and visitors in the affected coastal areas to be aware of potential hazards on the beaches. No specific instructions were provided beyond the issuance of the statement itself.

This alert is active until 9:00 PM EDT tonight. Residents and visitors in Coastal Pender, Coastal New Hanover, and Coastal Georgetown counties should remain informed of developing conditions and exercise caution on the beaches during this period.

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