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Dangerous ocean conditions expected along coast as Major Hurricane Fiona passes offshore
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Hurricane Fiona is a powerful category 4 storm with sustained winds of 130 mph.
Thankfully, the tropical system is hundreds of miles off our coast and will continue to push further away in the next 24-48 hours.
Although no direct impacts will be felt from Fiona, there are still dangerous conditions being seen along our beaches.
A high risk of rip currents will remain through early this weekend as swells from Fiona crash onshore.
Waves of six to eight feet are anticipated through Friday. As a result, a high surf advisory is in effect until midnight on Friday.
Please use extra caution when heading to the beach and stay out of the ocean until conditions improve.