NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. -- The Tropical Storm Warning for our area has been officially lifted. While the immediate threat from Tropical Storm Chantal has passed, conditions along our coastline remain hazardous.
North Myrtle Beach is currently under a High Surf Advisory and continues to face a high risk of rip currents. Rough surf and the threat of rip currents are expected to persist throughout the week as we approach the next King Tide cycle associated with the Full Moon on Thursday, July 10.
Post-storm assessments conducted this morning have revealed no major damage or significant concerns.
- Some low-lying areas across the City are experiencing standing water due to heavy overnight rainfall.
- No major flooding or issues from storm surge have been reported.
- A few downed trees have been noted, but none have caused any significant disruptions.
- Isolated power outages occurred overnight and into the morning hours, but no widespread outages have been reported.
Overall, the City of North Myrtle Beach fared well during our first Tropical Storm of the 2025 season. Peak wind gusts were recorded in the upper 40 MPH range, and unofficial rainfall totals show just over 3 inches in parts of the City.
Thank you to all residents and visitors for your attention, preparedness, and cooperation during this weather event. Continued caution is advised around the water, as hazardous surf and rip current conditions are expected to persist throughout the week.