Beach Hazards Statement for Coastal Hancock; Coastal Washington
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What you need to know
- Applies to
- Coastal Hancock, Coastal Washington
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What is happening
What: .The warm air temperatures in the 70s to around 80 may cause people to underestimate the dangers of the cold water temperatures which are currently in the 50 to 55 degree range. Impacts: The cold water temperatures can quickly cause hypothermia to anyone immersed in the waters. Anyone on boats or paddlecraft...
What the bulletin says to do
A Beach Hazards Statement is issued on days when a significant number of boats and paddlecraft are expected to be out on the water and when warm air temperatures may cause people to underestimate the danger of the cold water. Paddle smart from the start. Always wear your life jacket. Be aware of wind conditions, tides, and localized currents.
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Bulletin details
* WHAT....The warm air temperatures in the 70s to around 80 may cause people to underestimate the dangers of the cold water temperatures which are currently in the 50 to 55 degree range. * WHERE...Coastal Hancock and Coastal Washington Counties. * WHEN...Through this evening. * IMPACTS...The cold water temperatures can quickly cause hypothermia to anyone immersed in the waters. Anyone on boats or paddlecraft should use extreme caution to avoid this threat.
Lifecycle record
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Beach Hazards Statement issued July 31 at 6:19AM EDT until July 31 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Caribou ME
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Source and limitations
Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Caribou ME. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.
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