Coastal Flood Advisory issued May 16 at 3:02AM EDT until May 17 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
WHAT: Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
WHERE: The lower Cape Fear River including downtown
Wilmington.
WHEN: From 9 PM this evening to midnight EDT tonight.
IMPACTS: Portions of Battleship Road and USS North Carolina
Road observe minor coastal flooding up to one half foot in
depth. In downtown Wilmington, a block of Water Street
observes minor flooding up to one quarter foot in depth.
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.
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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.