Tropical Weather Update for Oct. 9, 2026

(NWS-Wilmington) currently predicts multiple potential severe weather impacts starting Friday, Oct. 9 through Monday, Oct. 12, 2026, that would affect #BrunswickCountyNC and surrounding counties. Details: https://ow.ly/7cih50ZWv13

#HurricaneIsaias2026 is expected to make landfall along the Gulf Coast this weekend. Although the remnants of Hurricane Isaias are expected to remain well west of southeast NC and northeast SC this weekend, confidence continues to increase for multiple potential hazards, including:

🌊 Coastal flooding/surge

⛈️ Rainfall flooding

🌪️ Severe storms, including tornadoes

🌊 Dangerous marine/surf conditions

What You Need to Do Now:

✅ Finish preparing your emergency kit

✅ Review your personal emergency plans

✅ Have multiple ways you will receive credible and accurate information: BrunswickCountyNC.gov/notifications

✅ Stay alert about road closures: ocv.im/ci4S2Lm and DriveNC.gov

✅ Prepare your property

✅ Know the difference between a WATCH (be prepared) and a WARNING (take action)

✅ Report power outages and downed electrical lines to your electric provider: ncdps.gov/power-outages

⭐ Keep in Mind: If you encounter flooded or barricaded roads, always TURN AROUND, DON’T DROWN!

This is an evolving event and weather forecasts are subject to change. Remain alert for updates from NWS-Wilmington at weather.gov/ilm and find the latest weather information at weather.gov/ilm/briefing and weather.gov/ilm/tropical