Coastal flood advisory for Horry, Georgetown, Brunswick; rip current risk on SC beaches
The National Weather Service in Wilmington issued the advisories at 9:53 p.m. EDT on Oct. 23, 2026, for the morning of Saturday, Oct. 24.
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The National Weather Service (NWS) in Wilmington issued these alerts at 9:53 p.m. EDT on Oct. 23, 2026. All times below are for Saturday, Oct. 24.
What does the coastal flood advisory say for Horry, Georgetown and Brunswick counties?
| County | Flooding above ground | Advisory times | Beach hazard |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coastal Horry County, S.C. | Up to one half foot | 5 a.m. to 9 a.m. EDT | Beach Hazards Statement: strong north to south longshore current, moderate risk of rip currents, 6 a.m. through Saturday evening |
| Coastal Georgetown County, S.C. | Up to one half foot | 5 a.m. to 9 a.m. EDT | High Rip Current Risk: dangerous rip currents, strong longshore current, 6 a.m. through Saturday evening |
| Coastal Brunswick County, N.C. | Up to one foot | Until 9 a.m. EDT | None listed |
The NWS says low-lying roads and areas along the Intracoastal Waterway may see minor flooding. In Horry and Georgetown counties, causeways to and from beaches may also flood.
What does the NWS tell people to do?
The NWS says to check with local officials for road closures. It says not to drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. It also says to swim near a lifeguard.
Sources
Brunswick CountyGeorgetown CountyHorry CountyBeach Hazards StatementCoastal Flood AdvisoryNational Weather ServiceNWS WilmingtonRip Current Statement