Headline:
Rip Current Statement issued September 24 at 6:27PM EDT until September 24 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Charleston SC
Event:
Rip Current Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 24, 2026 - 3:27pm
Expires:
September 24, 2026 - 7:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one foot of
inundation above ground level along shorelines and tidal
waterways (7.4 to 7.6 feet Mean Lower Low Water at
Charleston). For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip
currents.
* WHERE...Coastal Colleton and Charleston Counties.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 10 PM EDT this
evening. For the High Rip Current Risk, until 8 PM EDT this
evening.
* IMPACTS...This will result in some roads becoming impassable
and minor flooding of properties. Rip currents can sweep even
the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High tide will occur around 7:10 PM today
at Charleston. Saltwater inundation will be possible 1 to 2
hours before and after high tide.
Instruction:
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
Area Description:
Coastal Colleton; Charleston
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston SC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov