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Rip Current Statement
Issued: 12:02 AM Oct. 18, 2026 – National Weather Service
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM EDT SUNDAY THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected. * WHERE...South Carolina Beaches. * WHEN...From Sunday morning through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. &&
Gale Warning
Issued: 11:58 PM Oct. 17, 2026 – National Weather Service
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT MONDAY... * WHAT...North winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft expected. * WHERE...South Santee River to Edisto Beach out 20 NM. * WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. &&
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