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Rip Current Statement

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Matagorda Islands; Brazoria Islands; Galveston Island; Bolivar Peninsula

Status In Progress Started about 2 hours ago
Ends
Issued
Severity Moderate
Urgency Expected
Certainty Likely

Details

* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding expected.
* WHERE...Gulf-facing beaches, including the Matagorda Peninsula, Brazoria County beaches, Galveston Island and the Bolivar Peninsula.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, through Monday morning. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 1 AM to 1 PM CDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Water Levels are forecasted to reach 3.5 feet (MLLW). At these levels, overwash tends to occur along Highway 87 near Gilcrest and Crystal Beach.
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