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Beach Hazard Statement
Issued: 10:29 AM Apr. 9, 2026 – National Weather Service
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Strong north to south longshore current. There is also a Moderate Risk of rip currents. * WHERE...In North Carolina, Coastal Pender County. In South Carolina, Coastal Horry County. * WHEN...Through this evening. * IMPACTS...Longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other hazardous areas. It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making it difficult to return to shore. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may be swept into. &&
Small Craft Advisory
Issued: 5:54 AM Apr. 9, 2026 – National Weather Service
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM EDT FRIDAY... ...GALE WARNING IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...Northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 4 to 7 ft. * WHERE...Southeast North Carolina and Northeast South Carolina coastal waters. * WHEN...Until 3 PM EDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions. &&
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