As the wind and rain bands of Tropical Storm Debbie continued to batter the Wilmington area Thursday, some flooding and other damage was reported.
StarNews will continue to share updates here as more reports come in. You can also find a list of flooded roads here. If you have damage or flooding in your neighborhood, let us know at [email protected]
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Johnny Mercers Fishing Pier Sign
The iconic Johnny Mercers Fisherman’s Wharf sign at Wrightsville Pier was torn down by the storm, leaving broken pieces scattered on the ground.
Shallot River
Around 8 a.m. Thursday, the Shallotte Police Department reported some flooding along the Shallotte River. “Our city staff continues to monitor and assist when needed,” the department said on Facebook. See more photos here.
Submerged car in New Hanover County
Around 9:00 pm Wednesday, New Hanover County rescue crews responded to a submerged vehicle on North College Road near Business Drive. The driver was able to get out of the car and save himself, the department said.
Pender County
Around 7:30 a.m., the Pender County Fire Department reported on Facebook that there were several flooded roads and downed trees throughout the county. They urged residents not to walk on the roads.
This article originally appeared on the Wilmington StarNews: Flooding, damage reports for Wilmington, North Carolina, from Tropical Storm Debbie