New Hanover County, NC — Threat Level Today
As of Oct 14, 07:08 AM ET, New Hanover County, North Carolina is at NORMAL (4/100 on the GridWatch threat index). The primary driver is Cape Fear River at Wilmington (IN MLLW) at action stage (4.4 mi).
Updated Oct 14, 07:08 AM ET · 14 federal data sources
4 /100
NORMAL
No significant threats detected.
- ▸ Cape Fear River at Wilmington (IN MLLW) at action stage (4.4 mi)
Current Signals
| Signal | Status |
|---|---|
| WEATHER ALERTS | No active NWS alerts |
| ACTIVE WILDFIRES | MOP FY26 Northeast RX and Savannah Unit RX (prescribed) 21.5 mi |
| RIVER FLOODING | Cape Fear River at Wilmington (IN MLLW) at action stage |
| AIR QUALITY | No nearby monitor reporting |
| EARTHQUAKES (30D) | None M2.5+ in region |
| POWER GRID | Carolinas at 53.2% of 7-day peak · 0% of North Carolina customers out |
| FEMA DECLARATIONS (90D) | None in North Carolina |
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