Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued May 24 at 4:03AM EDT until May 24 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 24, 2026 - 1:03am
Expires:
May 24, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...In Maryland, Maryland Beaches County. In Virginia,
Virginia Beach, and Accomack and Northampton Counties.
* WHEN...Through this evening.
* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water.
Instruction:
Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.
Area Description:
Maryland Beaches; Eastern Currituck; Virginia Beach; Accomack; Northampton
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov