Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued June 12 at 2:16PM EDT until June 13 at 4:00PM EDT by NWS Caribou ME
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 12, 2026 - 11:16am
Expires:
June 13, 2026 - 1:00pm
Description:
* WHAT....The warm temperatures in the middle to upper 70s to
middle 80s may cause people to underestimate the dangers of the
cold water temperatures which are currently in the upper 40s.
* WHERE...Coastal Hancock and Coastal Washington Counties.
* WHEN...From Saturday morning through Saturday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...The cold water temperatures can quickly cause
hypothermia to anyone immersed in the waters. Anyone on boats or
paddlecraft should use extreme caution to avoid this threat.
Instruction:
A Beach Hazards Statement is issued on days when a significant
number of boats and paddlecraft are expected to be out on the
water and when warm air temperatures may cause people to
underestimate the danger of the cold water. Paddle smart from the
start. Always wear your life jacket. Be aware of wind conditions,
tides, and localized currents.
Area Description:
Coastal Hancock; Coastal Washington
Forcast Office:
NWS Caribou ME
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov