North Carolina, South Carolina Moderate Beach Hazards Statement | Effective 09/14/2026 23:32
* WHAT...Strong north to south longshore current. There is also a
Moderate Risk of rip currents expected.
* WHERE...In North Carolina, Coastal Pender and Coastal New
Hanover Counties. 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.
Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with