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Hurricane Erin is churning up dangerous surf along the North Carolina coast, leading to dozens of rip current rescues at Wrightsville Beach and Surf City. With red flags flying, officials are urging everyone to stay out of the water this week.

In today’s Port City Pulse:

• 85+ Rip Current Rescues at Wrightsville & Surf City

• No Swimming Advisory at Wrightsville Beach

Hurricane Erin Swells Trigger 85+ Rip Current Rescues at Wrightsville & Surf City

[WECT] Though Hurricane Erin isn’t forecasted to make landfall, its massive swells are already causing dangerous conditions along Southeastern North Carolina beaches. On Monday alone, Wrightsville Beach lifeguards performed more than 70 rescues, with another 15 in Surf City. Officials warn that Wednesday and Thursday could see the worst of the impacts, with high rip current risks, red flags, and no-swimming advisories in place through Friday. Beyond the water, towns like Carolina Beach are preparing for flooding, relocating lifeguard stands and blocking flood-prone streets. Authorities stress: the waves may look inviting, but they’re deadly.

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Rip Current Danger: Temporary No Swimming Advisory at Wrightsville Beach

[WWAY] Wrightsville Beach officials have issued a temporary no-swimming advisory from Tuesday through Friday due to dangerous rip currents fueled by large swells. The National Weather Service reported at least 50 rescues on Monday alone, prompting the precaution. Ocean Rescue Director Sam Proffitt stressed safety as the top priority, urging beachgoers to respect the advisory. Conditions are expected to improve by the weekend, but swimmers are encouraged to remain cautious until the restriction is lifted.

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News Roundup

Local News

• A prescribed burn is scheduled at Halyburton Park in Wilmington on Aug. 19, 20, 21 or 22 depending on the weather to reduce wildfire risk and promote ecosystem health. City officials advise residents not to be alarmed if they see smoke. WECT

• Wilmington International Airport (ILM) has opened a temporary curbfront as construction continues on a new terminal roadway system. The temporary setup is expected to ease congestion for travelers. WECT

What You Should Know

• Donald Trump announced lawyers are drafting an executive order to end mail-in voting, citing false claims that it is corrupt and referencing Vladimir Putin’s comments that U.S. elections are “rigged” because of postal ballots. The Guardian

• Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky hailed his “best meeting” yet with Donald Trump, saying talks with Trump and European leaders in Washington opened the door for a possible one-on-one summit with Vladimir Putin.Daily Mail

• U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services will now give greater weight to “moral character” in naturalization applications, sparking debate over how the standard will be applied. The Hill

What Might Surprise You

• MSNBC is dropping the “NBC” from its name and ditching the peacock logo as part of a major rebrand aimed at appealing to younger viewers and differentiating itself from its parent company. CNBC

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