Headline:
Rip Current Statement issued September 27 at 12:48PM EDT until September 27 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Event:
Rip Current Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 27, 2026 - 9:48am
Expires:
September 27, 2026 - 11:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, up to one foot of
inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines
and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking
waves of 4 to 8 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current
Risk, dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...Coastal Ocean.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Warning, until 2 PM EDT Monday.
For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 PM EDT this evening. For
the High Rip Current Risk, until 8 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
will be inundated. Some shoreline erosion will occur. Dangerous
swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip
currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into
deeper water.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Back bay flooding may persist beyond Monday
afternoon.
Instruction:
A Coastal Flood Warning means that moderate or major tidal
flooding is occurring or imminent. Be prepared for rising water
levels and take appropriate action to protect life and property.
Follow the recommendations of local emergency management
officials.
Do not drive your vehicle through flood waters. The water may be
deeper than you think it is. You will be putting yourself in
danger and your vehicle may be damaged, leading to costly
repairs.
Visit the National Water Prediction Service at
https://water.noaa.gov/wfo/phi for additional water level and
flood impact information for your local tide gauge.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
Always obey posted Beach Flags. If you enter the surf zone,
always have a floatation device with you and swim near a
lifeguard if possible. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float and do not swim against the current. If able, swim parallel
to the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or
wave for help.
Area Description:
Coastal Ocean
Forcast Office:
NWS Mount Holly NJ
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov