Beach Hazards Statement

* WHAT...High wave action, strong currents, and dangerous swimming conditions expected. Piers may be heavily swamped by waves.

* WHERE...Ottawa county.

* WHEN...Through late tonight.

* IMPACTS...Strong currents can pull swimmers into deeper water and high waves can sweep people off piers.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Southwest winds will increase to 15 to 25 mph today which will build waves into the 3 to 5 foot range. Dangerous waves and currents are expected today near and north of Grand Haven. The most dangerous places to swim today will be on the south side of south piers.