Delaware Rip Current Statement - Moderate | Effective 06/02/2026 03:01

Headline: 
Rip Current Statement issued June 2 at 6:01AM EDT until June 2 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Event: 
Rip Current Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
June 2, 2026 - 3:01am
Expires: 
June 2, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description: 
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Delaware Beaches. * WHEN...Through this evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
Instruction: 
Always obey posted Beach Flags. If you enter the surf zone, always have a floatation device with you and swim near a lifeguard if possible. If caught in a rip current, relax and float and do not swim against the current. If able, swim parallel to the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.
Area Description: 
Delaware Beaches
Forcast Office: 
NWS Mount Holly NJ