Headline:
Rip Current Statement issued October 11 at 7:18AM EDT until October 11 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Charleston SC
Event:
Rip Current Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 11, 2026 - 4:18am
Expires:
October 11, 2026 - 12:30pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of
inundation above ground level along shorelines and tidal
waterways (7.1 to 7.3 feet Mean Lower Low Water at
Charleston). For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip
currents.
* WHERE...Charleston County.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 11 AM EDT this
morning. For the High Rip Current Risk, through this evening.
* IMPACTS...This could result in some roads becoming impassable.
Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore
into deeper water.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High tide will occur around 9:15 AM this
morning 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:
Charleston
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston SC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov