Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued June 21 at 7:50PM EDT until June 22 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 21, 2026 - 4:50pm
Expires:
June 22, 2026 - 1:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Strong south to north longshore current, especially
starting in the afternoon.
* WHERE...Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties.
* WHEN...From 6 AM EDT Monday through Monday evening.
* IMPACTS...Longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers
into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other hazardous areas.
It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making it difficult to
return to shore.
Instruction:
Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with
lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may
be swept into.
Area Description:
Coastal Pender; Coastal New Hanover
Forcast Office:
NWS Wilmington NC
Sender: