Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued June 15 at 9:17PM EDT until June 17 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 15, 2026 - 6:17pm
Expires:
June 16, 2026 - 2:30am
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 6 AM EDT Tuesday through late Tuesday night.
* IMPACTS...Strong currents can pull swimmers into deeper water
and high waves can sweep people off piers.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The greatest risk will be on south exposed
beaches. This includes South Beach in South Haven, Grand Haven
State Park, and Pere Marquette Park in Muskegon.
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:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov