Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued June 27 at 2:25AM EDT until June 27 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 26, 2026 - 11:25pm
Expires:
June 27, 2026 - 5:00pm
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...Today, mainly this afternoon.
* 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
Sender: