Headline:
Rip Current Statement issued June 17 at 6:54PM EDT until June 18 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Upton NY
Event:
Rip Current Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 17, 2026 - 3:54pm
Expires:
June 18, 2026 - 1:00am
Description:
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Statement, up to one half foot of
inundation above ground level expected in vulnerable areas
near the waterfront and shoreline. For the High Rip Current
Risk, dangerous rip currents expected.
* WHERE...Southern Queens and Southern Nassau Counties.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Statement, until 1 AM EDT
Thursday. For the High Rip Current Risk, from 6 AM EDT
Thursday through Thursday evening.
* IMPACTS...Brief minor flooding of the more vulnerable locations
near the waterfront and shoreline. Life-threatening rip
currents are likely for all people entering the surf zone.
Anyone visiting the beaches should stay out of the surf. Rip
currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into
deeper water.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Potential for high rip current risk on
Friday also.
Instruction:
If you enter the surf zone, always have a flotation device with
you and swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax
and float, and do not swim against the current. If able, swim in
a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face
the shore and yell or wave for help.
Area Description:
Southern Queens; Southern Nassau
Forcast Office:
NWS Upton NY
Sender: