Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 20 at 8:05PM EDT until July 21 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 20, 2026 - 5:05pm
Expires:
July 21, 2026 - 5:15am
Description:
* WHAT...Strong longshore currents in the surf zone.
* WHERE...Core Banks and Onslow County beaches.
* WHEN...From Tuesday morning through Tuesday evening.
* IMPACTS...Strong longshore currents will create dangerous
swimming conditions.
Instruction:
Strong longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip
currents, piers, jetties and other hazardous areas. In many
cases, the longshore current is strong enough to prevent swimmers
from being able to keep their feet on the bottom making it
difficult to return to shore.
Area Description:
Coastal Onslow
Forcast Office:
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Sender: