Beach Hazards Statement

* WHAT...Life-threatening waves and currents expected.

- High wave action: Waves 3 to 5 feet.

- Life threatening rip, longshore, and structural currents are expected. Structural currents may be especially strong on the north sides of piers or breakwalls.

* WHERE...Northern Berrien and Southern Berrien counties.

* WHEN...From 5 PM EDT this afternoon through late tonight.

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