Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued August 29 at 1:30PM EDT until August 30 at 11:00PM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 29, 2026 - 10:30am
Expires:
August 30, 2026 - 3:00am
Description:
* WHAT...High wave action, strong currents, and dangerous swimming
conditions expected. Piers may be swamped by waves.
* WHERE...Mason, Oceana, Muskegon, Ottawa and Allegan counties.
* WHEN...From late tonight through Sunday evening.
* IMPACTS...Strong currents can pull swimmers into deeper water
and high waves can sweep people off piers.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds from the south will make waves and
currents more hazardous near south piers, including at Grand
Haven State Park and Pere Marquette Park in Muskegon.
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
Forcast Office:
NWS Grand Rapids MI
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov