Wilmington, NC – Heavy rain drenched parts of coastal North and South Carolina overnight, leaving behind more than 4 inches of water in some neighborhoods and prompting renewed warnings for flash flooding through Saturday. Streets in Georgetown’s DeBordieu area recorded nearly four inches, while areas near Waterford Plantation and Myrtle Beach also topped two inches, complicating travel along U.S. 17 and local roadways.
According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, the heaviest rainfall bands hit coastal northeast South Carolina, southeast North Carolina, and pockets of Bladen and New Hanover counties. Totals above 1.5 inches were widespread in Myrtle Beach, Florence, Surfside Beach, and as far inland as Lumberton. Many areas, however, saw less than an inch.
Localized street flooding and water pooling remain a risk, especially near the Intracoastal and low-lying neighborhoods from Myrtle Beach to Wilmington. Residents should avoid driving through flooded roads, keep cell phones charged, and monitor local alerts for possible new warnings if rain persists. Clearing is expected later Saturday, but brief showers may linger near the coast.
Rain and runoff will keep some backroads and neighborhoods soggy through the weekend. Additional advisories could be issued if new storms develop.
