Texas Moderate Beach Hazards Statement | Effective 07/22/2026 11:57

Headline: 
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 22 at 1:57PM CDT until July 24 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Houston/Galveston TX
Event: 
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 22, 2026 - 11:57am
Expires: 
July 23, 2026 - 3:00am
Description: 
* WHAT...Strong rip currents are expected. Minor coastal flooding and wave run-ups are possible north of Port Bolivar, particularly during times of high tide. * WHERE...Gulf-facing beaches, including the Matagorda Peninsula, Brazoria County beaches, Galveston Island and the Bolivar Peninsula. * WHEN...From Thursday morning through Friday morning. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures possible, particularly for areas north of Port Bolivar. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
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