Use caution

What is a Beach Hazards Statement?

The local NWS office expects a significant beach hazard such as dangerous currents, high waves, cold water, or sneaker waves.

What to do

Use the live bulletin first

  1. Read the current statement because the specific beach hazard varies by location.
  2. Follow lifeguards, beach closures, and the bulletin's instructions before entering the water.
  3. Stay away from piers, jetties, and breakwalls when the statement warns of waves or currents.

Collected NWS data

Active Beach Hazards Statement alerts

All alerts

Reviewed sources

Reviewed 2026-07-21. This guide is maintained by Weather Alert Watch from official sources.

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