Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 20 at 10:01AM EDT until July 22 at 11:00PM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 20, 2026 - 7:01am
Expires:
July 20, 2026 - 3:15pm
Description:
* WHAT...High wave action, strong currents, and dangerous
swimming conditions expected. Piers may be heavily swamped by
waves.
* WHERE...Mason, Oceana, Muskegon, Ottawa, Allegan and Van Buren
counties.
* WHEN...From 11 AM EDT this morning through Wednesday evening.
* IMPACTS...Strong currents can pull swimmers into deeper water
and high waves can sweep people off piers.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...south winds today and tonight will bring
especially dangerous conditions on the south side of south piers
at places like Grand Haven State Park and South Beach at South
Haven.
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:
Mason; Oceana; Muskegon; Ottawa; Allegan; Van Buren
Forcast Office:
NWS Grand Rapids MI
Sender: