Flood Advisory and Beach Hazards Warning Issued for Coastal Brunswick County
Shallotte, NC — The National Weather Service in Wilmington has issued weather advisories for coastal Brunswick County through Sunday evening, warning residents and visitors of potential minor tidal flooding and hazardous water conditions.
A Coastal Flood Advisory remains in effect until 9:00 PM EDT Sunday, while a Beach Hazards Statement is active from 6:00 AM EDT through Sunday evening.
Current Watches, Warnings & Marine Advisories
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Coastal Flood Advisory: In effect through 9:00 PM EDT Sunday. Up to one foot of inundation above ground level is expected in low-lying areas near shorelines, tidal waterways, and adjacent creeks along the Intracoastal Waterway.
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Beach Hazards Statement: In effect from 6:00 AM EDT through Sunday evening. Strong east-to-west longshore currents create hazardous swimming conditions along coastal beaches.
County Detailed Forecasts
Brunswick County Forecast
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Today: Sunny, with a high near 74. Northeast wind 10 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Coastal flooding up to 1 foot possible near shorelines through 9 PM; hazardous longshore currents active along beaches.
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Tonight: Mostly clear, with a low around 51. Northeast wind 9 to 11 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph.
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Monday: Sunny, with a high near 74. North wind 8 to 11 mph.
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Monday Night: Clear, with a low around 46. Northeast wind 3 to 5 mph.
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Tuesday: Sunny, with a high near 74. Northeast wind 7 to 9 mph.
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Tuesday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 52.
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Wednesday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 75.
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Wednesday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 57.
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Thursday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 76.
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Thursday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 56.
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Friday: Sunny, with a high near 77.
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Friday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 57.
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Saturday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 77.
Safety Precautions & Preparedness Guidelines
Roadway Safety
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Avoid Water-Covered Roads: Drivers along low-lying routes near the Intracoastal Waterway and coastal marshes should allow extra travel time. Do not drive around barricades or navigate vehicles through standing water of unknown depth.
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Protect Property: Move vehicles, outdoor equipment, and flood-prone property to higher elevation near tidal creeks and shorelines before high tide cycles.
Ocean & Beach Safety
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Strong Longshore Currents: Strong currents moving parallel to the beach (east to west) can easily sweep swimmers and surfers off their feet and push them into hazardous areas like rip currents, jetties, and piers.
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Check Lifeguard Guidance: Swimmers are urged to check with local beach patrols or lifeguards before entering the water and exercise extreme caution near ocean surf.
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