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Beach Hazards Statement
ActiveCoastal Brunswick
Status
In Progress
Started about 2 hours ago
Ends
Issued
Severity
Moderate
Urgency
Expected
Certainty
Likely
Details
* WHAT...Strong east to west longshore current. There is also a Moderate Risk of rip currents .
* WHERE...Coastal Brunswick 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.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or other factors.
Instructions
Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may be swept into.
Data from the National Weather Service
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