Beach Hazards Statement

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

* WHERE...Mason, Oceana and Muskegon counties.

* WHEN...From 2 PM EDT this afternoon through this evening.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Beaches on the south sides of piers will be the most dangerous this afternoon and evening.