Headline:
Rip Current Statement issued May 18 at 12:05AM CDT until May 19 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Houston/Galveston TX
Event:
Rip Current Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 17, 2026 - 10:05pm
Expires:
May 18, 2026 - 6:15am
Description:
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, high risk of rip
currents and elevated tide levels. For the High Rip Current
Risk, dangerous rip currents expected.
* WHERE...Gulf-facing beaches, including the Matagorda
Peninsula, Brazoria County beaches, Galveston Island and the
Bolivar Peninsula.
* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, until 10 AM CDT
Monday. For the High Rip Current Risk, from 10 AM CDT Monday
through Tuesday evening.
* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water. High wave run up on area beaches
possible. Water may briefly approach the Highway 87/124
intersection around high tide times.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Localized minor coastal flooding will be
possible during times of high tide mainly near Galveston Bay.
Instruction:
Swim near a lifeguard and away from rocks, jetties, and piers. If
caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the
current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If
unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.
Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.
Area Description:
Matagorda Islands; Brazoria Islands; Galveston Island; Bolivar Peninsula
Forcast Office:
NWS Houston/Galveston TX
Sender: