Headline:
High Surf Warning issued July 21 at 10:25AM CDT until July 23 at 6:00AM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
Event:
High Surf Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 21, 2026 - 8:25am
Expires:
July 21, 2026 - 4:30pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding expected.
For the High Surf Warning, dangerously large breaking waves of 8
to 11 feet expected in the surf zone.
* WHERE...Escambia Coastal County.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, through late Thursday
night. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 10 AM CDT
Thursday. For the High Surf Warning, until 6 AM CDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated
road closures expected. Breaking waves can sweep people off
jetties and docks, and into dangerous seas. Life- threatening
swimming conditions and significant beach erosion can be
expected. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water.
Instruction:
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Everyone should remain out of the water due to life-threatening
surf conditions. Stay off of jetties, piers, and other waterside
infrastructure.
Swim near a lifeguard. 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.
Area Description:
Escambia Coastal
Forcast Office:
NWS Mobile AL
Sender: