Beach Hazards Statement for Coastal York; Coastal Cumberland; Sagadahoc +4 more
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What you need to know
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- Coastal Cumberland, Coastal Waldo, Coastal York, Knox, Lincoln, Sagadahoc, Coastal Rockingham
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What is happening
What: Please check with state and local authorities regarding guidelines for allowed activities. The warm air temperatures in the low to mid 80s may cause people to underestimate the dangers of the cold water temperatures which are currently in the mid to upper 50s. Impacts: The cold water temperatures can quickly...
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. All boaters and paddlers are highly encouraged to contact the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary or U.S. Power Squadrons at https://cgaux.org/vsc/ to receive a FREE vessel check. This is a convenient, no consequence way to ensure your vessel is outfitted with all required safety equipment. Additionally, please label your paddlecraft with your contact information (IF FOUND Sticker) in the event it is found adrift on the water.
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Bulletin details
* WHAT...Please check with state and local authorities regarding guidelines for allowed activities. The warm air temperatures in the low to mid 80s may cause people to underestimate the dangers of the cold water temperatures which are currently in the mid to upper 50s. * WHERE...In Maine, Coastal York, Coastal Cumberland, Sagadahoc, Lincoln, Knox and Coastal Waldo Counties. In New Hampshire, Coastal Rockingham County. * WHEN...From 8 AM EDT this morning through this evening. * IMPACTS...The cold water temperatures can quickly cause hypothermia to anyone immersed in the water. When the water temperature is below 60 degrees, the average submerged person could lose dexterity within minutes and be unable to accomplish simple tasks. Anyone on boats or paddlecraft should use extreme caution to avoid this threat.
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Official revisions
- Alert
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 24 at 2:31PM EDT until July 24 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Gray ME
Official revision - Update
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 24 at 6:26AM EDT until July 24 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Gray ME
Official revision - Alert
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 24 at 2:34AM EDT until July 24 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Gray ME
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Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Gray ME. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.
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