Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued September 21 at 4:57PM EDT until September 21 at 11:00PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 21, 2026 - 1:57pm
Expires:
September 21, 2026 - 8:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Dangerous swimming conditions expected. Those visiting
the beach should stay out of the water.
*Waves of 3 to 4 feet will subside to 2 to 3 feet.
*Strong southward flowing longshore current expected.
*Strong structural current near piers and breakwalls,
especially on the north sides.
*Rip currents possible within sandbars.
* WHERE...Northern La Porte county.
* WHEN...Until 10 PM CDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Strong currents can pull swimmers into deeper water
and high waves can sweep people off piers.
Instruction:
Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.
Do not venture out on piers.
Area Description:
Northern La Porte
Forcast Office:
NWS Northern Indiana
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov