Important Weather Updates
Our team is closely monitoring Tropical Storm Debby
Based on current projections and information from local authorities, we plan to continue operating under normal business hours and welcome guests arriving this week. Please monitor this page for updates on changes to hours of operation or guest accommodations.
Recent Updates & Local Resources
Beach Warning Flags remain at DOUBLE RED.
All swimming and in-ocean activity is restricted until further notice. In addition to strong rip current risks from the storm, heavy rains have negatively impacted coastal waters. Stormwater runoff can contain elevated levels of harmful bacteria that drain into coastal water bodies.
We strongly recommend visiting the Town of Oak Island’s website for the latest information and to review preparation reminders. You can also sign up to receive text message updates from the local emergency system by clicking the link below:
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Forecast Updates
The National Weather Service in Wilmington, NC provides briefings throughout weather events with information provided by the National Hurricane Center. Here are the latest details and where you can find the most up-to-date information:
Briefing highlights from Thursday, August 8 at 7:45 AM
- Debby will continue to move farther inland today, then begin to accelerate away from the region tonight into Saturday.
- Areas of flash flooding will continue as water pools into low-lying areas, and additional heavy rainfall occurs today. This is a dangerous situation, do not drive through flooded areas, and seek higher ground if flooding threatens your area.
- Tropical storm force winds are also possible, especially across eastern areas of northeast South Carolina and southeast North Carolina, and the adjacent Atlantic waters.
- Storm surge inundation of 1 to 3 feet could result in some mostly minor coastal flooding along the beach front and tidal areas, especially during high tide later this morning. Coastal Flooding along the lower Cape Fear River (including downtown Wilmington) will continue with the next several high tides.
- The threat for isolated tornadoes will continue for southeast North Carolina, especially this morning. The tornado threat will gradually shift away from the area during the day.
This is the final briefing that will be provided.
Please click the button below to view the latest briefing:
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Closings & Cancellations
According to the most recent update from the Town of Oak Island at 2:15pm on Thursday, August 8:
- ALL Town Administrative & Recreation Facilities will RE-OPEN on Friday, August 9
- Crews are working to address ongoing street closures and provide debris cleanup in the Town Right-of-Way
- Due to wet conditions and more rain forecast, the Summer Concert Series scheduled for Friday, August 9 featuring The TAMS has been RESCHEDULED to Thursday August 15
- The Summer Concert Series scheduled for Thursday, August 8 featuring Rivermist has been RESCHEDULED to Thursday, August 29
Please visit The Town of Oak Island’s website for the latest details.
Post-Storm Reminders
- DO NOT go “sightseeing” or drive through damaged areas in Town unless you have a specific purpose for being there
- DO NOT drive through floodwaters of ANY depth! Even if you think “your vehicle can make it,” flooded areas can contain saltwater, which can permanently damage or disable vehicles, especially EVs and LSVs
- CALL 9-1-1 if you are having a TRUE emergency — DO NOT call for information items such as road conditions or to report power outages outages
Additional Information
- Street Flooding Map: A new street flooding map is now on the Town of Oak Island’s website. It has been created to track impassable town streets due to flooding. This map is for public information only and should not be used for navigation. Avoid travel if possible and remember: “Turn Around Don’t Drown!
