* WHAT. Southwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 8 to 13 ft. * WHERE. Northeast South Carolina coastal waters. * WHEN. Through this afternoon. * IMPACTS. Tropical storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

* WHAT. Southwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 7 to 12 ft. * WHERE. Southeast North Carolina coastal waters. * WHEN. Until noon EDT Saturday. * IMPACTS. Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

* WHAT. Southwest winds 15 to 25 kt with occasional gusts up to 35 kt and seas 7 to 12 ft. * WHERE. The coastal waters from Ocracoke Inlet to Surf City. * WHEN. Until 7 PM EDT Saturday. * IMPACTS. Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

* WHAT. Southwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 7 to 12 ft. * WHERE. Southeast North Carolina coastal waters. * WHEN. Until noon EDT Saturday. * IMPACTS. Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

* WHAT. Southwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 6 to 11 ft. * WHERE. Northeast South Carolina coastal waters. * WHEN. Until noon EDT Saturday. * IMPACTS. Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

* WHAT. Southwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 7 to 12 ft. * WHERE. Southeast North Carolina coastal waters. * WHEN. Until noon EDT Saturday. * IMPACTS. Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

* WHAT. Southwest winds 20 to 30 kt with occasional gusts up to 35 kt and seas 7 to 12 ft. * WHERE. The coastal waters from Ocracoke Inlet to Surf City. * WHEN. Until 7 PM EDT Saturday. * IMPACTS. Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

HLSILM This product covers southeast North Carolina and northeast South Carolina **Effects of Helene exiting the area** NEW INFORMATION --------------- * CHANGES TO WATCHES AND WARNINGS: - The Tropical Storm Warning has been cancelled for Central Horry, Coastal Georgetown, Coastal Horry, Darlington, Dillon, Florence, Inland Georgetown, Marion, Marlboro, Northern Horry, and Williamsburg * CURRENT WATCHES AND WARNINGS: - None * STORM INFORMATION: - About 410 miles west-northwest of Wilmington NC or about 380 miles west-northwest of Myrtle Beach SC - 36.6N 84.6W - Storm Intensity 35 mph - Movement North-northwest or 330 degrees at 28 mph SITUATION OVERVIEW ------------------ Tropical Depression Helene is no longer a local threat. POTENTIAL IMPACTS ----------------- * WIND: Little to no additional impacts are anticipated at this time across southeast North Carolina and northeast South Carolina. * SURGE: Little to no additional impacts are anticipated at this time across southeast North Carolina and northeast South Carolina. * FLOODING RAIN: Little to no additional impacts are anticipated at this time across southeast North Carolina and northeast South Carolina. * TORNADOES: Little to no additional impacts are anticipated at this time across southeast North Carolina and northeast South Carolina. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS ---------------------------------- * ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF INFORMATION: - For information on appropriate preparations see ready.gov - For information on creating an emergency plan see getagameplan.org - For additional disaster preparedness information see redcross.org NEXT UPDATE ----------- As it pertains to this event. this will be the last local statement issued by the National Weather Service in Wilmington NC regarding the effects of tropical cyclone hazards upon the area.

HLSILM This product covers southeast North Carolina and northeast South Carolina **TORNADOES POSSIBLE TODAY WITH TROPICAL STORM HELENE** NEW INFORMATION --------------- * CHANGES TO WATCHES AND WARNINGS: - None * CURRENT WATCHES AND WARNINGS: - A Tropical Storm Warning is in effect for Central Horry, Coastal Georgetown, Coastal Horry, Darlington, Dillon, Florence, Inland Georgetown, Marion, Marlboro, Northern Horry, and Williamsburg * STORM INFORMATION: - About 340 miles west-northwest of Wilmington NC or about 300 miles west-northwest of Myrtle Beach SC - 35.1N 83.8W - Storm Intensity 45 mph - Movement North or 350 degrees at 32 mph SITUATION OVERVIEW ------------------ Tropical Storm Helene will bring limited impacts to northeastern South Carolina and southeastern North Carolina Thursday Night into Friday. Winds gusting over 40 mph are possible along with brief heavy rainfall. The main rain band will move across Southeast North Carolina into early afternoon, possibly spawning a few tornadoes. Dangerous marine conditions will continue with large waves and reduced visibility. POTENTIAL IMPACTS ----------------- * TORNADOES: Prepare for a particularly dangerous tornado event having possible extensive impacts across the Cape Fear Region. Potential impacts include: - The occurrence of numerous tornadoes can greatly affect preparedness actions during tropical events. - Tornadoes can significantly damage homes, destroy mobile homes, uproot and snap trees, destroy cars and boats. Large and deadly projectiles can add to the damage. - Many places may experience tornado damage with a few spots of immense destruction, power loss, and communications failures. Prepare for a dangerous tornado event having possible significant impacts across the Grand Strand and Pee Dee of South Carolina. * WIND: Prepare for hazardous wind having possible limited impacts across Northeast South Carolina. Potential impacts in this area include: - Damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored mobile homes is possible. Unsecured lightweight objects may be blown about. - Some large limbs may break from trees. A few shallow rooted or weak trees may snap or be knocked down. Some fences and roadway signs will be damaged. - A few roads may become impassable due to debris, particularly within urban or heavily wooded places. Hazardous driving conditions are possible, especially for high profile vehicles on bridges and other elevated roadways. - Scattered power and communications outages are possible. Elsewhere across southeast North Carolina and northeast South Carolina, little to no impact is anticipated. * OTHER COASTAL HAZARDS: Large waves and dangerous rip currents continue. A High Surf Advisory is in effect. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS ---------------------------------- * EVACUATIONS: Follow the advice of local officials. * OTHER PREPAREDNESS INFORMATION: When making safety and preparedness decisions, do not focus on the exact forecast track as there are inherent forecast uncertainties which must be taken into account. If you live in a place particularly vulnerable to flooding, such as near the ocean or a large inland lake, in a low lying or poor drainage area, in a valley or canyon, or near an already swollen river, plan to move to safe shelter on higher ground Always heed the advice of local officials and comply with any orders that are issued. Do not needlessly jeopardize your life or the lives of others. When securing your property, outside preparations should be conducted as soon as possible before conditions deteriorate. The onset of strong gusty winds and heavy rain can cause certain preparedness activities to become unsafe. Closely monitor NOAA Weather Radio or other local news outlets for official storm information. Listen for possible changes to the forecast. * ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF INFORMATION: - For information on appropriate preparations see ready.gov - For information on creating an emergency plan see getagameplan.org - For additional disaster preparedness information see redcross.org NEXT UPDATE ----------- The next local statement will be issued by the National Weather Service in Wilmington NC around 6 PM EDT, or sooner if conditions warrant.

The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in South Carolina. North Carolina. Waccamaw River near Longs affecting Columbus, Horry and Brunswick Counties. * WHAT. Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE. Waccamaw River near Longs. * WHEN. Until Monday morning. * IMPACTS. At 12.0 feet, Flooding may limit vehicle access near the river at the end of Big Gutter Lane and Doodle Hill Lane. Low spots on Red Bluff Road will begin to flood. The end of Vera Road will flood. Several boat landings will become inaccessible. Parts of Aberdeen County Club will be flooded. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS. - At 10:00 AM EDT Friday the stage was 12.2 feet. - Forecast. The river is expected to rise to a crest of 12.2 feet this afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage early Sunday afternoon. - Flood stage is 12.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood