Avisos, Ocean Bay Elementary School

Beach Hazards Statement issued June 18 at 3:08AM EDT until June 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC * WHAT...Strong south to north longshore current. There is also a Moderate Risk of rip currents expected for Brunswick County beaches. * WHERE...In North Carolina, Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties. In South Carolina, Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties. * WHEN...From 6 AM EDT this morning 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. 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.