Michigan Moderate Beach Hazards Statement | Effective 06/21/2026 23:03

Headline: 
Beach Hazards Statement issued June 22 at 2:03AM EDT until June 23 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI
Event: 
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
June 21, 2026 - 11:03pm
Expires: 
June 22, 2026 - 7:15am
Description: 
* WHAT...High wave action, strong currents, and dangerous swimming conditions expected. Piers may be heavily swamped by waves. * WHERE...Oceana, Muskegon, Ottawa, Allegan and Van Buren counties. * WHEN...From this afternoon through this evening. * IMPACTS...Strong currents can pull swimmers into deeper water and high waves can sweep people off piers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Beaches on the north side of piers will be especially hazardous.
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: 
Oceana; Muskegon; Ottawa; Allegan; Van Buren
Forcast Office: 
NWS Grand Rapids MI