Columbus County Emergency Services

10/13/2026

Columbus County, grab your jackets; it's looking like funnel cakes and flannel this weekend!

With festivities happening across the county, don't let the temperature plunge catch you unprepared. Dress in layers to keep the fun going after the sun goes down.

Stay safe!

10/11/2026

Severe Weather Statement
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
1232 PM EDT Sun Oct 11 2026

TORNADO WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EDT FOR WEST CENTRAL BRUNSWICK AND EAST CENTRAL COLUMBUS COUNTIES...

At 1232 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located over Crusoe Island, or 15 miles southeast of Whiteville,
moving east at 30 mph.

HAZARD...Tornado.

SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.

Locations impacted include...
Lake Waccamaw, Honey Island, Crusoe Island and Freeland.

10/11/2026

Tornado Warning
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
1158 AM EDT Sun Oct 11 2026

The National Weather Service in Wilmington has issued a

* Tornado Warning for...
Central Columbus County in southeastern North Carolina...

* Until 1245 PM EDT.

* At 1158 AM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a
tornado was located over Clarendon, or 12 miles southwest of
Whiteville, moving northeast at 25 mph.

HAZARD...Tornado.

SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.

* Locations impacted include...
Whiteville, Lake Waccamaw, Redbug, Williams, Hallsboro, Sidney,
Clarendon, Brunswick and Columbus Regional Healthcare System.

10/11/2026

Severe Weather Statement
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
1147 AM EDT Sun Oct 11 2026
...TORNADO WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EDT FOR SOUTHWESTERN
BLADEN AND NORTHWESTERN COLUMBUS COUNTIES...

At 1147 AM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Evergreen, or 10 miles northwest of Whiteville,
moving northeast at 30 mph.

HAZARD...Tornado.

SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.

Locations impacted include...
Whiteville, Chadbourn, Bladenboro, Boardman, Southeastern Community
College and Evergreen.

10/11/2026

Update 2
TORNADO WARNING
TORNADO WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 12:15PM EDT FOR SOUTH CENTRAL COLUMBUS AND CENTRAL HORRY COUNTIES.

At 1108 AM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Mullins, moving east at 30 mph.

HAZARD...Tornado.

SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.

IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage
to roofs, windows and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is
likely.

10/10/2026

Great Information. Stay safe, Columbus County!

10/09/2026

A Flood Watch now includes Columbus County for Saturday and Saturday night. Residents should prepare for heavy rain and the potential for a few severe storms this weekend.
TAKE TIME TO PREPARE
• Enable emergency alerts and have a way to receive warnings while sleeping.
• Secure loose outdoor items and review your shelter location.
• If you have outdoor plans, identify a sturdy building where you can take shelter.

10/09/2026

WEEKEND WEATHER UPDATE | October 9, 2026

Columbus County residents should prepare for heavy rain and possible severe storms this weekend, October 10–11.

Heavy rain: Regional rainfall totals of 2–4 inches are expected, with higher amounts possible locally, especially near the coast. The heaviest rain is expected late Saturday through Sunday morning. Flash flooding and hazardous travel are possible.

Severe storms: A Marginal Risk (Level 1 of 5) is forecast, mainly Saturday night through Sunday. A few storms could produce damaging winds over 60 mph. Isolated tornadoes are also possible.

Never drive around barricades or through flooded roads. Turn Around, Don’t Drown!

Stay weather-aware and check for forecast updates throughout the weekend.

09/25/2026

It’s Dolly Day (9/25) at the Columbus County Emergency Services office!

From big hair and bold outfits to denim and a little Dolly spirit, everyone brought their own take on her style today. Dolly reminds us that kindness and a good sense of humor can brighten even a busy day.

We may love “9 to 5,” but Emergency Services is here for our community around the clock.

09/11/2026