Beach Hazards Statement issued June 16 at 1:30PM EDT until June 17 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI
Issue date: 2026-06-16T17:30+00:00
* WHAT...High wave action, strong currents, and dangerous swimming conditions expected. Piers may be heavily swamped by waves. * WHERE...Mason, Oceana, Muskegon, Ottawa, Allegan and Van Buren counties. * WHEN...Through late tonight. * IMPACTS...Strong currents can pull swimmers into deeper water and high waves can sweep people off piers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...All beaches will have strong currents and many will have waves 3 to 6 feet. Beaches on the southside of south piers will be especially hazardous.
