Coastal Flood Advisory

* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.

* WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown Wilmington.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to midnight EDT tonight.

* IMPACTS...The lowest portions of Battleship Road and USS North Carolina Road observe minor coastal flooding of about one foot in depth. In downtown Wilmington, several blocks of Water Street observe shallow flooding from one half to one foot in depth. The low-lying areas along River Road and adjacent residential roads, south of River Road Park, will begin to flood. Route 133 at Little Mallory Creek may begin to flood. Check with local officials for any road closures or impacts.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or other factors.