Beach Hazards Statement for Ottawa; Allegan; Van Buren
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: Ottawa, Allegan and...
Official alert brief
WHAT
High wave action, strong currents, and dangerous swimming conditions expected. Piers may be heavily swamped by waves.
WHERE
Ottawa, Allegan and Van Buren counties.
WHEN
Through late tonight.
IMPACTS
Strong currents can pull swimmers into deeper water and high waves can sweep people off piers.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Waves will be on the increase this afternoon as winds pick up out of the north. For a time this afternoon and evening winds will reach the 15 to 25 mph range. Waves will build to 3 to 5 feet, peaking around 600 pm. North sides of north piers will have the most dangerous conditions today including Holland State Park and North Beach in South Haven.
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.