Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued May 16 at 11:34PM CDT until May 18 at 10:00AM CDT by NWS Houston/Galveston TX
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 16, 2026 - 9:34pm
Expires:
May 17, 2026 - 2:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...High risk of rip currents and elevated tide levels.
* WHERE...Gulf-facing beaches, including the Matagorda
Peninsula, Brazoria County beaches, Galveston Island and the
Bolivar Peninsula.
* WHEN...Through Monday morning.
* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water. High wave run up on area beaches
possible. Water may briefly approach the Highway 87/124
intersection around high tide times.
Instruction:
Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.
Area Description:
Matagorda Islands; Brazoria Islands; Galveston Island; Bolivar Peninsula
Forcast Office:
NWS Houston/Galveston TX
Sender: