Coastal Flood Advisory Active for Brunswick County; Seasonable Conditions Ahead – October 29, 2026

October 29, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Brunswick County, Weather 0

County Detailed Forecast — Thursday, October 29, 2026

BRUNSWICK COUNTY, NC — Local officials and weather forecasters are urging residents in low-lying areas of Brunswick County to exercise caution this morning as a Coastal Flood Advisory remains in effect.

The National Weather Service in Wilmington has issued a Coastal Flood Advisory for Coastal Brunswick County, active from 9:00 AM until noon today.

Up to one-half foot of inundation above ground level is expected in vulnerable, low-lying areas near shorelines, tidal waterways, and particularly along the Intracoastal Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks. Minor coastal flooding may impact low-lying roads. Travel times may be affected, and drivers are strongly advised never to drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. At Mercer Pier, minor flood impact is anticipated around high tide, projected to reach 6.2 feet MLLW by 10:00 AM.

Fortunately, the remainder of the week and weekend will bring relatively quiet, seasonal weather across the county.

COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT 9 AM TO NOON TODAY

Inundation: Up to one-half foot of flooding expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways, especially along the Intracoastal Waterway.

Precaution: Allow extra travel time; do not drive through flooded areas.

Today: Mostly sunny, with a high near 78. Northeast wind around 8 mph.
Tonight: Mostly clear, with a low around 56. Light northeast wind.
Friday: Sunny, with a high near 79. North wind 5 to 7 mph.
Friday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 57. Light and variable wind.
Saturday: Partly sunny, with a high near 73. Northeast wind 9 to 11 mph, with gusts as high as 17 mph.
Saturday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 55.
Sunday: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 74.
Sunday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 58.
Monday: A chance of showers before 2pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 74. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Monday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 58.
Tuesday: Partly sunny, with a high near 77.
Tuesday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 60.
Wednesday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 78.

Stay tuned to CC News for updates on road conditions and local tidal impacts. Please allow extra commute time this morning if your route takes you near tidal waterways.

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