Tropical Storm Warning
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
1041 PM EDT Wed Aug 20 2025
AMZ131-135-150-152-154-156-158-230-231-211445-
/O.CON.KMHX.TR.W.1005.000000T0000Z-000000T0000Z/
Alligator River-Pamlico Sound-
S of Currituck Beach Light to Oregon Inlet NC out 20 nm-
S of Oregon Inlet to Cape Hatteras NC out 20 nm-
S of Cape Hatteras to Ocracoke Inlet NC out 20 nm
including the Monitor National Marine Sanctuary-
S of Ocracoke Inlet to Cape Lookout NC out 20 nm-
S of Cape Lookout to N of Surf City NC out 20 nm-Albemarle Sound-
Croatan and Roanoke Sounds-
1041 PM EDT Wed Aug 20 2025
...TROPICAL STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT...
* WHAT...For the Albemarle Sound and Alligator River, northeast
winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and very rough
waters. For the coastal waters from Duck to Surf City and
portions of Croatan, Roanoke, and Pamlico Sounds, northeast
winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 50 kt and seas 18 to 26 ft
across the coastal waters.
* WHERE...Portions of Alligator Rivers, Albemarle, Croatan and
Roanoke and Pamlico Sounds and the adjacent Atlantic coastal
waters.
* WHEN...Tropical Storm force winds possible until Thursday
morning.
* IMPACTS...Tropical storm force winds and hazardous seas will
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.
&&
$$
Flood Warning
Flood Statement
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
952 PM EDT Wed Aug 20 2025
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in North
Carolina...
Lumber River Near Lumberton affecting Robeson County.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Turn around, don`t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Additional information is available at water.noaa.gov/wfo/ilm .
The next statement will be issued by Thursday afternoon.
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NCC155-212000-
/O.EXT.KILM.FL.W.0018.000000T0000Z-250823T0130Z/
/LBRN7.1.ER.250819T0305Z.250820T1435Z.250822T0730Z.UU/
952 PM EDT Wed Aug 20 2025
...FLOOD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL LATE FRIDAY EVENING...
* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
* WHERE...Lumber River near Lumberton.
* WHEN...Until late Friday evening.
* IMPACTS...At 15.0 feet, Flood waters will affect yards in the
Pines area, Coxs Pond area, and along River Road. Additional
residential property will be affected between the Pepsi plant and
the river on the east side of Lumberton.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 9:35 PM EDT Wednesday the stage was 14.5 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage
early Friday morning and continue falling to 10.7 feet Monday
evening.
- Flood stage is 13.0 feet.
- weather.gov/safety/flood
&&
LAT...LON 3467 7916 3468 7903 3457 7891 3452 7899
3459 7908 3458 7915
$$
IGB
Flood Statement
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
849 PM EDT Wed Aug 20 2025
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in North
Carolina...
Neuse River At Kinston affecting Jones and Lenoir Counties.
For the Neuse River...including Kinston, Fort Barnwell...Minor
flooding is forecast.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive
cars through flooded areas.
Turn around, don`t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Additional information is available at water.weather.gov/ahps.
The next statement will be issued Thursday afternoon at 100 PM EDT.
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NCC103-107-211700-
/O.CON.KMHX.FL.W.0011.000000T0000Z-250825T0000Z/
/KINN7.1.ER.250817T2300Z.250820T1145Z.250824T1800Z.NO/
849 PM EDT Wed Aug 20 2025
...FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL SUNDAY EVENING...
* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
* WHERE...Neuse River at Kinston.
* WHEN...Until Sunday evening.
* IMPACTS...At 16.0 feet, Flooding of the campground at the Nature
Center is expected. Water encroaches onto other properties along
the south side of the river.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 8:15 PM EDT Wednesday the stage was 15.3 feet.
- Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours
ending at 8:15 PM EDT Wednesday was 15.4 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage
early Sunday afternoon and continue falling to 13.4 feet
Monday evening.
- Flood stage is 14.0 feet.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
&&
LAT...LON 3528 7763 3536 7748 3533 7743 3522 7750
3521 7761 3520 7784 3526 7783
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Simms
Coastal Flood Warning
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
330 AM EDT Thu Aug 21 2025
NCZ199-212030-
/O.CON.KMHX.CF.W.0001.000000T0000Z-250822T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.SU.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-250822T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.BH.S.0053.000000T0000Z-250822T0000Z/
Coastal Onslow-
330 AM EDT Thu Aug 21 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, up to 2 to 3 feet of
inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards Statement,
dangerous rip currents in the surf zone. For the High Surf
Advisory, large breaking waves of 6 to 11 feet expected in the
surf zone.
* WHERE...Coastal Onslow County.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Warning, until 8 PM EDT this
evening. For the Beach Hazards Statement, through this evening.
* IMPACTS...Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
will be inundated. Shoreline erosion will occur. Dangerous
swimming and surfing conditions with significant beach erosion.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The area of greatest concern for oceanside
impacts is North Topsail Beach.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If
travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through
water of unknown depth.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
Life-threatening rip currents. If caught in a rip current, remain
calm. Swim in a direction following the shoreline. If tired,
float or tread water until out of the rip current. If unable to
escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.
&&
$$
Flood Advisory
Flood Advisory
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
854 PM EDT Wed Aug 20 2025
...The Flood Advisory continues for the following rivers in North
Carolina...
Northeast Cape Fear River Near Burgaw affecting Pender County.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Stay tuned to further developments by listening to your local radio,
television, or NOAA Weather Radio for further information.
Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks.
Additional information is available at water.noaa.gov/wfo/ilm .
The next statement will be issued by Thursday afternoon.
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NCC141-211900-
/O.EXT.KILM.FL.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-250826T1800Z/
/BGWN7.N.ER.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.NO/
854 PM EDT Wed Aug 20 2025
...FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL EARLY TUESDAY AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues.
* WHERE...Northeast Cape Fear River near Burgaw.
* WHEN...Until early Tuesday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...At 9.0 feet, Water deepens on the lowest portions of
River Bend Road and River Birch Road.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 8:30 PM EDT Wednesday the stage was 8.8 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 8.8
feet just after midnight tonight.
- Advisory stage is 8.0 feet.
- Flood stage is 10.0 feet.
- weather.gov/safety/flood
&&
LAT...LON 3472 7798 3472 7786 3460 7776 3445 7779
3444 7788 3457 7788
$$
IGB
High Surf Advisory
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
330 AM EDT Thu Aug 21 2025
NCZ199-212030-
/O.CON.KMHX.CF.W.0001.000000T0000Z-250822T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.SU.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-250822T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.BH.S.0053.000000T0000Z-250822T0000Z/
Coastal Onslow-
330 AM EDT Thu Aug 21 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, up to 2 to 3 feet of
inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards Statement,
dangerous rip currents in the surf zone. For the High Surf
Advisory, large breaking waves of 6 to 11 feet expected in the
surf zone.
* WHERE...Coastal Onslow County.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Warning, until 8 PM EDT this
evening. For the Beach Hazards Statement, through this evening.
* IMPACTS...Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
will be inundated. Shoreline erosion will occur. Dangerous
swimming and surfing conditions with significant beach erosion.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The area of greatest concern for oceanside
impacts is North Topsail Beach.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If
travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through
water of unknown depth.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
Life-threatening rip currents. If caught in a rip current, remain
calm. Swim in a direction following the shoreline. If tired,
float or tread water until out of the rip current. If unable to
escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.
&&
$$
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
250 AM EDT Thu Aug 21 2025
NCZ106-108-211500-
/O.EXT.KILM.RP.S.0018.000000T0000Z-250822T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.SU.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-250822T0300Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
250 AM EDT Thu Aug 21 2025
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 9 to 12
feet in the surf zone.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, through this evening.
For the High Surf Advisory, until 11 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and
localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best
swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don`t swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
$$
Rip Current Statement
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
250 AM EDT Thu Aug 21 2025
NCZ106-108-211500-
/O.EXT.KILM.RP.S.0018.000000T0000Z-250822T0000Z/
/O.CON.KILM.SU.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-250822T0300Z/
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-
250 AM EDT Thu Aug 21 2025
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 9 to 12
feet in the surf zone.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, through this evening.
For the High Surf Advisory, until 11 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and
localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best
swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don`t swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
$$
Beach Hazards Statement
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
330 AM EDT Thu Aug 21 2025
NCZ199-212030-
/O.CON.KMHX.CF.W.0001.000000T0000Z-250822T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.SU.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-250822T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMHX.BH.S.0053.000000T0000Z-250822T0000Z/
Coastal Onslow-
330 AM EDT Thu Aug 21 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, up to 2 to 3 feet of
inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards Statement,
dangerous rip currents in the surf zone. For the High Surf
Advisory, large breaking waves of 6 to 11 feet expected in the
surf zone.
* WHERE...Coastal Onslow County.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Warning, until 8 PM EDT this
evening. For the Beach Hazards Statement, through this evening.
* IMPACTS...Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
will be inundated. Shoreline erosion will occur. Dangerous
swimming and surfing conditions with significant beach erosion.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The area of greatest concern for oceanside
impacts is North Topsail Beach.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If
travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through
water of unknown depth.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
Life-threatening rip currents. If caught in a rip current, remain
calm. Swim in a direction following the shoreline. If tired,
float or tread water until out of the rip current. If unable to
escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.
&&
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
233 AM EDT Thu Aug 21 2025
NCZ106-108-SCZ054-056-220645-
Coastal Pender-Coastal New Hanover-Coastal Horry-Coastal Georgetown-
233 AM EDT Thu Aug 21 2025
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EDT EARLY THIS
MORNING...
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for southeast North Carolina and
northeast South Carolina.
.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.
Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.
High Rip Current Risk.
High Surf Advisory.
Minor coastal flooding is likely during the evening high tide.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.
As Hurricane Erin moves away, long-period swells will likely
maintain a high risk for dangerous rip currents north of Cape Fear
through at least Friday, with a decreasing risk for beaches south of
Cape Fear as the swell direction becomes easterly to east-
northeasterly behind Erin. Also, minor coastal flooding is likely
during the Friday evening high tide. Minor coastal flooding may
continue into the weekend.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation is not expected at this time.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
911 PM EDT Wed Aug 20 2025
NCZ001-002-018-VAZ007-009>020-022>024-WVZ042>044-507-508-220115-
Ashe-Alleghany NC-Watauga-Tazewell-Smyth-Bland-Giles-Wythe-Pulaski-
Montgomery-Grayson-Carroll-Floyd-Craig-Alleghany VA-Bath-Roanoke-
Botetourt-Rockbridge-Mercer-Summers-Monroe-Eastern Greenbrier-
Western Greenbrier-
911 PM EDT Wed Aug 20 2025
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for northwest North Carolina,
southwest Virginia, west central Virginia and southeast West
Virginia.
.DAY ONE...Tonight.
There is a low probability for widespread hazardous weather through
the remainder of tonight.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Thursday through Tuesday.
Thunderstorms during Thursday afternoon and evening may bring heavy
rainfall that could trigger localized flooding.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation is not expected at this time.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
809 PM EDT Wed Aug 20 2025
NCZ199-220015-
Coastal Onslow-
809 PM EDT Wed Aug 20 2025
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THURSDAY...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THURSDAY...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING...
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for eastern North Carolina.
.DAY ONE...Tonight.
Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.
Beach Hazards Statement.
Coastal Flood Warning.
High Surf Advisory.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Thursday through Tuesday.
Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.
Beach Hazards Statement.
Coastal Flood Warning.
High Surf Advisory.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation is not expected at this time.
$$
