Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued September 8 at 2:38AM EDT until September 8 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 7, 2026 - 11:38pm
Expires:
September 8, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Strong east to west longshore current for south-facing
beaches. Strong north to south longshore current for east-facing
beaches. There is also a Moderate Risk of rip currents expected
for Horry County beaches.
* WHERE...In North Carolina, Coastal Brunswick County. In South
Carolina, Coastal Horry County.
* WHEN...Today.
* IMPACTS...Longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers
into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other hazardous areas.
It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making it difficult to
return to shore.
Instruction:
Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with
lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may
be swept into.
Area Description:
Coastal Brunswick; Coastal Horry
Forcast Office:
NWS Wilmington NC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov