Rough surf, rip currents keep most from NC beaches as Hurricane Imelda impacts Wrightsville Beach

WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, N.C. (WNCN) — Emergency Management officials monitored the progress of Hurricane Imelda on Tuesday and weather impacts throughout New Hanover County and coastal communities, including Wrightsville Beach.

Authorities encouraged people to stay out of the ocean because of a high risk of life-threatening rip currents and dangerously high surf.

“DANGER – NO SWIMMING – $250 Fine” signs were posted along the beaches…

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