Beach Hazards Statement for Oceana; Muskegon; Ottawa +2 more
What: High wave action, strong currents, and dangerous swimming conditions expected. Piers may be heavily swamped by waves. Impacts: Strong currents can pull swimmers into deeper water and high waves can sweep people off piers. Where: Oceana, Muskegon,...
Official alert brief
WHAT
High wave action, strong currents, and dangerous swimming conditions expected. Piers may be heavily swamped by waves.
WHERE
Oceana, Muskegon, Ottawa, Allegan and Van Buren counties.
WHEN
From 4 PM EDT this afternoon through this evening.
IMPACTS
Strong currents can pull swimmers into deeper water and high waves can sweep people off piers.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Beaches on the north sides of piers will be the most dangerous this afternoon.
Instructions
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.