Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued June 14 at 2:42AM EDT until June 14 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 13, 2026 - 11:42pm
Expires:
June 14, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Moderate to Strong West to East longshore expected during
this afternoon and evening. There is also a Moderate Risk of
rip currents expected.
* WHERE...Coastal Brunswick County.
* WHEN...From 6 AM EDT this morning through this evening.
* IMPACTS...Longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers
into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other hazardous areas.
It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making it difficult to
return to shore.
Instruction:
Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with
lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may
be swept into.
Area Description:
Coastal Brunswick
Forcast Office:
NWS Wilmington NC
Sender: