North Carolina, South Carolina Moderate Beach Hazards Statement | Effective 06/18/2026 23:52
* WHAT...Strong south to north longshore current. There is also a
Moderate Risk of rip currents.
* WHERE...In North Carolina, Coastal Pender and Coastal New
Hanover Counties. In South Carolina, Coastal Georgetown 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.
Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with