Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued April 26 at 7:15PM EDT until April 27 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 26, 2026 - 4:15pm
Expires:
April 27, 2026 - 2:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Strong north to south longshore current.
* WHERE...Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties.
* WHEN...From 6 AM EDT Monday through Monday evening.
* 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.
Instruction:
Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with
lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may
be swept into.
Area Description:
Coastal Horry; Coastal Georgetown
Forcast Office:
NWS Wilmington NC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov