Coastal Flood Advisory Issued for Inland New Hanover: Minor Flooding Expected in Downtown Wilmington
The National Weather Service warns of up to half a foot of inundation in low-lying areas near the lower Cape Fear River in Inland New Hanover.
2 reports on this incident · first at Sep 8, 2026, 2:45 a.m. ET
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Sep 8, 2026, 2:45 a.m. ETFirst report
Coastal Flood Advisory Issued for Inland New Hanover
The National Weather Service in Wilmington, North Carolina, has issued a Coastal Flood Advisory for Inland New Hanover, effective from 7 PM to 10 PM EDT on September 8, 2026. The advisory was issued at 2:38 AM EDT.
The advisory warns of up to one half foot of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. Minor coastal flooding is expected on the lowest portions of USS North Carolina Road and Battleship Road, with water spreading out of storm drains onto Water Street just south of Market Street in downtown Wilmington.
Residents are advised to allow extra time if travel is required, as some roads may be closed. Officials urge people not to drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth, and to take necessary actions to protect flood-prone property.
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