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Flood Advisories and Warnings Across North Carolina

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Flood Advisories and Warnings Across North CarolinaSource: heraldonline.com
Several areas in North Carolina are under flood advisories and warnings. Wilmington is under a coastal flood advisory, while Lumberton faces a flood warning along the Lumber River.

Key Insights

Wilmington, NC:: A coastal flood advisory is in effect along the Cape Fear River from 4–8 PM Monday, with water levels potentially rising one half foot above ground in low-lying areas.

Lumberton, NC:: A flood warning has been issued for the Lumber River near Lumberton, effective Monday evening through Friday morning. The river is expected to rise above flood stage early Tuesday.

In-Depth Analysis

In Wilmington, the National Weather Service anticipates minor flooding in downtown areas, especially near shorelines and tidal waterways. Affected areas include portions of Battleship Road, USS North Carolina Road, and Water Street. Motorists are advised to avoid driving through standing water. The flooding risk is expected to continue through Wednesday.

In Lumberton, the Lumber River was at 12.6 feet as of 8:35 p.m. Monday, with flood stage at 13.0 feet. The river is forecast to crest at 13.7 feet Tuesday evening and fall below flood stage Thursday afternoon. Low land flooding is expected, and floodwaters may affect residential properties as water backs up into drainage ditches.

FAQs

Q: What should I do if I encounter a flooded road?

The NWS advises to "turn around, don’t drown." Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.

Q: How long will the flood warning in Lumberton last?

The flood warning is in effect from Monday evening through Friday morning.

Key Takeaways

Be aware of potential flooding in low-lying areas if you are in Wilmington.

Avoid driving through flooded roads in both Wilmington and Lumberton.

Stay informed about weather advisories and warnings in your area.

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