Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 28 at 8:15PM EDT until July 29 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 28, 2026 - 5:15pm
Expires:
July 28, 2026 - 11:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...High wave action, strong currents, and dangerous
swimming conditions expected. Piers may be heavily swamped by
waves.
* WHERE...Oceana, Muskegon, Ottawa, Allegan and Van Buren
counties.
* WHEN...Until 2 AM EDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Strong currents can pull swimmers into deeper water
and high waves can sweep people off piers.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...North winds of 15 to 25 mph on Lake
Michigan have built up waves to 3 to 6 feet this evening. North
sides of north piers will be dangerous places to swim, including
at Mears State Park in Pentwater, Muskegon State Park, Holland
State Park, and North Beach in South Haven.
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:
Oceana; Muskegon; Ottawa; Allegan; Van Buren
Forcast Office:
NWS Grand Rapids MI
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov