Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued June 16 at 1:30PM EDT until June 17 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 16, 2026 - 10:30am
Expires:
June 17, 2026 - 1:00am
Description:
* WHAT...High wave action, strong currents, and dangerous
swimming conditions expected. Piers may be heavily swamped by
waves.
* WHERE...Mason, Oceana, Muskegon, Ottawa, Allegan and Van Buren
counties.
* WHEN...Through late tonight.
* IMPACTS...Strong currents can pull swimmers into deeper water
and high waves can sweep people off piers.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...All beaches will have strong currents and
many will have waves 3 to 6 feet. Beaches on the southside of
south piers will be especially hazardous.
Instruction:
Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions
and do not venture out on piers. Please check with your local
authorities on potential beach closures.
Area Description:
Mason; Oceana; Muskegon; Ottawa; Allegan; Van Buren
Forcast Office:
NWS Grand Rapids MI
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov