Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued May 20 at 4:18AM EDT until May 21 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 20, 2026 - 1:18am
Expires:
May 20, 2026 - 9:30am
Description:
* WHAT...High wave action, strong currents, and dangerous
swimming conditions expected. Piers may be heavily swamped by
waves.
* WHERE...Ottawa, Allegan and Van Buren counties.
* WHEN...From 1 PM EDT this afternoon through late tonight.
* IMPACTS...Strong currents can pull swimmers into deeper water
and high waves can sweep people off piers.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Waves will be on the increase this
afternoon as winds pick up out of the north. For a time this
afternoon and evening winds will reach the 15 to 25 mph range.
Waves will build to 3 to 5 feet, peaking around 600 pm. North
sides of north piers will have the most dangerous conditions
today including Holland State Park and North Beach in South
Haven.
Instruction:
Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions
and do not venture out on piers. Please check with your local
authorities on potential beach closures.
Area Description:
Ottawa; Allegan; Van Buren
Forcast Office:
NWS Grand Rapids MI
Sender: