# HEADLINE
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COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM EDT SATURDAY
# SUMMARY
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Mercer Pier at Wrightsville Beach MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 8.0 ft, Major 10.0 ft MHHW Categories - Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 3.5 ft, Major 5.5 ft
Total Total Departure Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact -------- --------- --------- --------- ------- -------- 24/06 AM 6.5 2.0 1.5 5 Minor 24/07 PM 6.2 1.7 1.6 5-6 Minor 25/07 AM 6.9 2.4 1.6 5 Minor 25/07 PM 6.4 1.9 1.8 6 Minor 26/08 AM 7.0 2.5 1.5 5-6 Minor
# DETAILS
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WHAT
Up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
WHERE
Coastal Brunswick County.
WHEN
Until 9 AM EDT Saturday.
IMPACTS
Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal flooding. Check with local officials for any road closures or impacts.
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.
ISSUED AT
Friday, October 23, 2026 at 9:53 PM EDT
ISSUED BY
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
HEADER
Coastal Hazard Message
# PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
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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.
# AREAS AFFECTED
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Coastal Brunswick
