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Beach Hazards Statement
ActiveCoastal New Hanover; Coastal Georgetown
Status
In Progress
Started 17 minutes ago
Ends
Issued
Severity
Moderate
Urgency
Expected
Certainty
Likely
Details
* WHAT...Strong South to North longshore current is expected, mainly during the afternoon and evening.
* WHERE...In North Carolina, Coastal New Hanover County. In South Carolina, Coastal Georgetown County.
* WHEN...Today.
* IMPACTS...Longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other hazardous areas. It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making it difficult to return to shore.
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