Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued May 23 at 4:15AM EDT until May 23 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 23, 2026 - 1:15am
Expires:
May 23, 2026 - 9:15am
Description:
* WHAT...Breaking waves of 5 to 7 ft will result in rough surf
conditions and a high risk of 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:
A Beach Hazards Statement is issued when threats such as rip
currents, longshore currents, sneaker waves, and other hazards
create life-threatening conditions in the surf zone. Caution
should be used when in or near the water.
Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.
Area Description:
Maryland Beaches; Virginia Beach; Accomack; Northampton
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov