Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued June 6 at 8:14PM EDT until June 7 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 6, 2026 - 5:14pm
Expires:
June 7, 2026 - 1:30am
Description:
* WHAT...Strong south to north longshore current. There is also a
Moderate Risk of rip currents expected.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties.
* WHEN...From 6 AM EDT Sunday through Sunday 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; Coastal New Hanover
Forcast Office:
NWS Wilmington NC