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Coastal Flood Warnings/Watches/Statements
Issued by NWS Grand Rapids, MI
Issued by NWS Grand Rapids, MI
498 WHUS43 KGRR 181852 CFWGRR Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Grand Rapids MI 252 PM EDT Thu Jul 18 2024 MIZ050-056-064-071-190000- /O.CON.KGRR.BH.S.0015.000000T0000Z-240719T0000Z/ Muskegon-Ottawa-Allegan-Van Buren- 252 PM EDT Thu Jul 18 2024 ...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...High wave action, strong currents, and dangerous swimming conditions expected. Piers may be heavily swamped by waves. * WHERE...Muskegon, Ottawa, Allegan and Van Buren counties. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Strong currents can pull swimmers into deeper water and high waves can sweep people off piers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds from the northwest are expected to strengthen slightly this afternoon between Muskegon and Holland. A moderate to high swim risk is expected due to waves and currents. North sides of north piers will be particularly dangerous for swimmers. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... 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. && $$