Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 6 at 4:10PM EDT until July 6 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 6, 2026 - 1:10pm
Expires:
July 6, 2026 - 7:00pm
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...Until 10 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Strong currents can pull swimmers into deeper water
and high waves can sweep people off piers.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Beaches north of piers will tend to have
the most hazardous currents today which can pull swimmers into
deeper water.
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
Sender: