Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued May 23 at 1:27PM CDT until May 23 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Duluth MN
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 23, 2026 - 11:27am
Expires:
May 23, 2026 - 8:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Dangerous swimming conditions are expected along the
Lake Superior shoreline due to high wave action and strong rip
currents.
* WHERE...Minnesota Park Point and Wisconsin Point Beaches.
* WHEN...Until 10 PM CDT this evening. Conditions improve
significantly through this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...High wave action can make swimming difficult on days
such as this. Incoming waves in rapid succession can tire even
an experienced swimmer quickly. Rip currents can move you away
from land. To avoid being swept away, swim parallel to the shore
to exit a rip current.
Instruction:
Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.
Area Description:
Carlton/South St. Louis; Douglas
Forcast Office:
NWS Duluth MN
Sender: