Wilmington, NC – Residents of Wilmington and surrounding areas in Southeast North Carolina are under a flood watch today as scattered thunderstorms are expected to bring heavy rainfall. The watch is in effect from noon on Saturday until 12 AM Sunday, covering Bladen, Pender, and Robeson counties.
According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, the storms are likely to produce 2 to 3 inches of rain in the watch area. Localized flooding is possible, particularly in areas with poor drainage. The forecast also warns of isolated rainfall amounts of up to 2 inches in other parts of Southeast North Carolina and Northeast South Carolina.
Authorities advise residents to stay alert for rapidly changing weather conditions and avoid driving through flooded areas. The flood watch remains in effect until early Sunday morning, with more rainfall potentially adding to water levels.
Residents in Wilmington and the broader Southeast North Carolina region should monitor local weather updates and prepare for potential flooding, especially during peak storm hours later tonight.
