Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued April 9 at 2:14AM EDT until April 9 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 8, 2026 - 11:14pm
Expires:
April 9, 2026 - 9:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Strong North to South longshore current expected. There
is also a Moderate Risk of rip currents expected.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender County.
* WHEN...From 6 AM EDT this morning through this evening.
* 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 Pender
Forcast Office:
NWS Wilmington NC