Michigan Beach Hazards Statement | Effective 05/20/2026 19:40

Headline: 
Beach Hazards Statement issued May 20 at 10:40PM EDT until May 21 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI
Event: 
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 20, 2026 - 7:40pm
Expires: 
May 20, 2026 - 11:00pm
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...Through late tonight. * IMPACTS...Strong currents can pull swimmers into deeper water and high waves can sweep people off piers.
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