Maine Beach Hazards Statement | Effective 05/15/2026 10:49
* WHAT....The warm air temperatures in the upper 60s may cause
people to underestimate the dangers of the cold water
temperatures which are currently in the low 40s.
* WHERE...Coastal Hancock and Coastal Washington Counties.
* WHEN...From Saturday morning through Saturday evening.
* IMPACTS...Anyone on boats or paddlecraft should use caution and
be prepared for immersion. Dress for cold water temperatures and
know how to perform rescues.
A Beach Hazards Statement is issued on days when a significant