Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued May 23 at 10:53AM EDT until May 23 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 23, 2026 - 7:53am
Expires:
May 23, 2026 - 4:00pm
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, coastal Worcester County. In Virginia,
Virginia Beach, and Accomack and Northampton Counties.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT 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; Virginia Beach; Accomack; Northampton
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov