Coastal Flood Advisory 12/16/2024 03:52 for North Carolina areas

Headline: 
Coastal Flood Advisory issued December 16 at 6:52AM EST until December 16 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Wilmington NC
Event: 
Coastal Flood Advisory
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
December 16, 2024 - 3:52am
Expires: 
December 16, 2024 - 9:00am
Description: 
* 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...Until noon EST today. * IMPACTS...The lowest portions of USS North Carolina Road and Battleship Road begin to observe minor coastal flooding. Water begins to spread out of storm drains onto Water Street just south of Market Street in downtown Wilmington. * 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.
Instruction: 
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.
Area Description: 
Inland New Hanover
Forcast Office: 
NWS Wilmington NC