Rip Current — Coastal New Hanover, North Carolina

2023-07-02 · Coastal New Hanover, North Carolina

Event narrative

Carolina Beach Ocean Rescue reported 70 rip current rescues, Kure Beach Ocean Rescue performed 16 rip rescues, and 12 rescues were reported at Wrightsville Beach.

Wider weather episode

Moderate to strong rip currents along with holiday weekend crowds led to multiple rescues at local beaches.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1106093. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.