Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued October 20 at 8:04PM EDT until October 21 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 20, 2026 - 5:04pm
Expires:
October 21, 2026 - 3:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Strong north to south longshore current, mainly in the
morning. There is also a Moderate Risk of rip currents.
* WHERE...Coastal New Hanover County.
* WHEN...From 6 AM EDT Wednesday through Wednesday evening.
* 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.
Instruction:
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.
Area Description:
Coastal New Hanover
Forcast Office:
NWS Wilmington NC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov