2 active watches, warnings and advisories in South Carolina, most urgent first. From the National Weather Service.
Beach Hazards Statement 1
Beach Hazards Statement
Moderate · Expected
Until 8:00 PM Mon·Issued 2:20 AM Mon Oct 19·NWS Wilmington NC
Beach Hazards Statement issued October 19 at 2:20AM EDT until October 19 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
Details
What: Strong north to south longshore current. There is also a Moderate Risk of rip currents expected.
Where: Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties.
When: Today.
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.
What to do
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.
Areas: Coastal Horry; Coastal Georgetown
Rip Current Statement 1
Rip Current Statement
Moderate · Expected
Until 8:00 PM Mon·Issued 2:34 PM Mon Oct 19·NWS Charleston SC
Rip Current Statement issued October 19 at 2:34PM EDT until October 19 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Charleston SC
Details
What: Dangerous rip currents.
Where: South Carolina Beaches.
When: Until 8 PM EDT this evening.
Impacts: Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
What to do
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.
Times are local to the first state an alert names. In an emergency follow the instructions of local officials.
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