Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued June 22 at 1:48AM EDT until June 22 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 21, 2026 - 10:48pm
Expires:
June 22, 2026 - 7:00am
Description:
* WHAT...High risk of rip currents expected.
* WHERE...In Maryland, the Maryland Beaches. In Virginia,
Accomack and Northampton Counties.
* WHEN...From 8 AM this morning through this evening.
* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions. Rip
currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into
deeper water. Breaking waves of 4 ft or greater can cause neck
and back injuries.
Instruction:
Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.
Area Description:
Maryland Beaches; Accomack; Northampton
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov