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Rip Current Statement 7, NWS Charleston, SC
NWS Charleston, SC issued this rip current statement at Oct 11, 2018, 3:45 AM EDT. It was in force for 16 hr.
The area
The counties it named.
The facts
- Issued
- Oct 11, 2018, 3:45 AM EDT (07:45 UTC)
- Expired
- Oct 11, 2018, 8:00 PM EDT
- In force
- 16 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Charleston, SC
The text
As transmitted.
997
WHUS42 KCHS 110745
CFWCHS
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Charleston SC
345 AM EDT Thu Oct 11 2018
GAZ117-119-139-141-SCZ051-111600-
/O.NEW.KCHS.RP.S.0007.181011T0745Z-181012T0000Z/
/O.EXT.KCHS.SU.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-181012T0000Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.CF.Y.0033.000000T0000Z-181011T1800Z/
Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh-
Coastal Jasper-
345 AM EDT Thu Oct 11 2018
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...
The National Weather Service in Charleston has issued a High Rip
Current Risk, which is in effect through this evening.
* LOCATIONS...In South Carolina, Coastal Jasper County. In Georgia,
Coastal Bryan, Coastal Chatham, Coastal Liberty and Coastal
McIntosh Counties.
* COASTAL FLOOD IMPACTS...Up to one half foot of saltwater
inundation above ground level is possible in low- lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways (8.1 to 8.5 feet Mean Lower Low
Water).
* SURF ZONE IMPACTS...Around 5 foot breaking waves and very strong
rip currents will be dangerous to anyone who enters the surf.
* TIMING...High tide will occur around 10:23 AM today at Fort
Pulaski. Saltwater inundation will be possible 1 to 2 hours before
and after high tide.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Everyone should remain out of the water. Mariners should use extreme
caution, especially near inlets, cuts and bays. Swells approaching
these areas can lead to large, dangerous breaking waves. Keep a
clear distance away from the ocean. Structures such as piers and
jetties will be particularly treacherous.
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed.
Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth.
Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property.
No one should enter the surf due to life threatening rip currents.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Fort Pulaski GA
MLLW Categories - Minor 9.2 ft, Moderate 9.6 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.7 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 2.5 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
11/10 AM 8.3 0.8 -0.1 NA None
11/11 PM 7.4 -0.1 -0.3 NA None
12/11 AM 8.2 0.7 0.1 NA None
12/11 PM 7.6 0.1 0.3 NA None
13/12 PM 7.9 0.4 0.1 NA None
&&
$$
SCZ048>050-111600-
/O.NEW.KCHS.RP.S.0007.181011T0745Z-181012T0000Z/
/O.EXT.KCHS.SU.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-181012T0000Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.CF.Y.0033.000000T0000Z-181011T1800Z/
Beaufort-Coastal Colleton-Charleston-
345 AM EDT Thu Oct 11 2018
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...
The National Weather Service in Charleston has issued a High Rip
Current Risk, which is in effect through this evening.
* LOCATIONS...Beaufort, Coastal Colleton and Charleston Counties.
* COASTAL FLOOD IMPACTS...One to two feet of saltwater inundation
above ground level is possible in low-lying areas near shorelines
and tidal waterways (7.2 to 7.6 feet Mean Lower Low Water). This
could result in some roads becoming impassable.
* SURF ZONE IMPACTS...Around 5 foot breaking waves and very strong
rip currents will be dangerous to anyone who enters the surf.
* TIMING...High tide will occur around 10:19 AM today at Charleston.
Saltwater inundation will be possible 1 to 2 hours before and after
high tide.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Everyone should remain out of the water. Mariners should use extreme
caution, especially near inlets, cuts and bays. Swells approaching
these areas can lead to large, dangerous breaking waves. Keep a
clear distance away from the ocean. Structures such as piers and
jetties will be particularly treacherous.
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed.
Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth.
Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property.
No one should enter the surf due to life threatening rip currents.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Charleston Harbor SC
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 7.5 ft, Major 8.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.2 ft, Moderate 1.7 ft, Major 2.2 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
11/10 AM 7.4 1.6 0.8 NA Minor
11/10 PM 5.6 -0.2 -0.2 NA None
12/11 AM 6.6 0.8 0.2 NA None
12/11 PM 5.8 0.0 0.3 NA None
13/12 PM 6.3 0.5 0.2 NA None
&&
$$6 follow-up statements
076
WHUS42 KCHS 111305
CFWCHS
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Charleston SC
905 AM EDT Thu Oct 11 2018
GAZ117-119-139-141-SCZ051-112115-
/O.CAN.KCHS.CF.Y.0033.000000T0000Z-181011T1800Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-181012T0000Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0007.000000T0000Z-181012T0000Z/
Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh-
Coastal Jasper-
905 AM EDT Thu Oct 11 2018
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...
The National Weather Service in Charleston has cancelled the Coastal
Flood Advisory.
* LOCATIONS...In South Carolina, Coastal Jasper County. In Georgia,
Coastal McIntosh, Coastal Liberty, Coastal Chatham and Coastal
Bryan Counties.
* SURF ZONE IMPACTS...Up to 8 foot breaking waves and very strong
rip currents will be dangerous to anyone who enters the surf.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Everyone should remain out of the water. Mariners should use extreme
caution, especially near inlets, cuts and bays. Swells approaching
these areas can lead to large, dangerous breaking waves. Keep a
clear distance away from the ocean. Structures such as piers and
jetties will be particularly treacherous.
No one should enter the surf due to life threatening rip currents.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Fort Pulaski GA
MLLW Categories - Minor 9.2 ft, Moderate 9.6 ft, Major 10.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.7 ft, Moderate 2.1 ft, Major 2.5 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
11/10 AM 8.3 0.8 -0.1 NA None
11/11 PM 7.4 -0.1 -0.3 NA None
12/11 AM 8.2 0.7 0.1 NA None
12/11 PM 7.6 0.1 0.3 NA None
13/12 PM 7.9 0.4 0.1 NA None
&&
$$
SCZ048>050-112115-
/O.CON.KCHS.CF.Y.0033.000000T0000Z-181011T1800Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-181012T0000Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0007.000000T0000Z-181012T0000Z/
Beaufort-Coastal Colleton-Charleston-
905 AM EDT Thu Oct 11 2018
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* LOCATIONS...Charleston, Beaufort and Coastal Colleton Counties.
* COASTAL FLOOD IMPACTS...Up to one half foot of saltwater inundation
above ground level is possible in low-lying areas near shorelines
and tidal waterways. This could result in some roads becoming
impassable.
* SURF ZONE IMPACTS...8 to 10 foot breaking waves and very strong
rip currents will be dangerous to anyone who enters the surf.
* TIMING...High tide will occur around 1019 AM today at Charleston.
Saltwater inundation will be possible 1 to 2 hours before and after
high tide.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Everyone should remain out of the water. Mariners should use extreme
caution, especially near inlets, cuts and bays. Swells approaching
these areas can lead to large, dangerous breaking waves. Keep a
clear distance away from the ocean. Structures such as piers and
jetties will be particularly treacherous.
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed.
Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth.
Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property.
No one should enter the surf due to life threatening rip currents.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Charleston Harbor SC
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 7.5 ft, Major 8.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.2 ft, Moderate 1.7 ft, Major 2.2 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
11/10 AM 7.4 1.6 0.8 NA Minor
11/10 PM 5.6 -0.2 -0.2 NA None
12/11 AM 6.6 0.8 0.2 NA None
12/11 PM 5.8 0.0 0.3 NA None
13/12 PM 6.3 0.5 0.2 NA None
&&
$$293
WHUS42 KCHS 111311
CFWCHS
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Charleston SC
911 AM EDT Thu Oct 11 2018
SCZ048>050-112115-
/O.CON.KCHS.CF.Y.0033.000000T0000Z-181011T1800Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-181012T0000Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0007.000000T0000Z-181012T0000Z/
Beaufort-Coastal Colleton-Charleston-
911 AM EDT Thu Oct 11 2018
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* LOCATIONS...Charleston, Beaufort and Coastal Colleton Counties.
* COASTAL FLOOD IMPACTS...Up to one half foot of saltwater inundation
above ground level is possible in low-lying areas near shorelines
and tidal waterways. This could result in some roads becoming
impassable.
* SURF ZONE IMPACTS...8 to 10 foot breaking waves and very strong
rip currents will be dangerous to anyone who enters the surf.
* TIMING...High tide will occur around 1019 AM today at Charleston.
Saltwater inundation will be possible 1 to 2 hours before and after
high tide.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Everyone should remain out of the water. Mariners should use extreme
caution, especially near inlets, cuts and bays. Swells approaching
these areas can lead to large, dangerous breaking waves. Keep a
clear distance away from the ocean. Structures such as piers and
jetties will be particularly treacherous.
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed.
Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth.
Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property.
No one should enter the surf due to life threatening rip currents.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Charleston Harbor SC
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 7.5 ft, Major 8.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.2 ft, Moderate 1.7 ft, Major 2.2 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
11/10 AM 7.1 1.3 0.5 NA Minor
11/10 PM 5.7 -0.1 -0.1 NA None
12/11 AM 6.6 0.8 0.2 NA None
12/11 PM 5.8 0.0 0.3 NA None
13/12 PM 6.4 0.6 0.3 NA None
14/12 AM 5.8 0.0 0.5 NA None
&&
$$
GAZ117-119-139-141-SCZ051-112115-
/O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-181012T0000Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0007.000000T0000Z-181012T0000Z/
Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh-
Coastal Jasper-
911 AM EDT Thu Oct 11 2018
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* LOCATIONS...In South Carolina, Coastal Jasper County. In Georgia,
Coastal McIntosh, Coastal Liberty, Coastal Chatham and Coastal
Bryan Counties.
* SURF ZONE IMPACTS...Up to 8 foot breaking waves and very strong
rip currents will be dangerous to anyone who enters the surf.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Everyone should remain out of the water. Mariners should use extreme
caution, especially near inlets, cuts and bays. Swells approaching
these areas can lead to large, dangerous breaking waves. Keep a
clear distance away from the ocean. Structures such as piers and
jetties will be particularly treacherous.
No one should enter the surf due to life threatening rip currents.
&&
$$981 WHUS42 KCHS 111440 CFWCHS Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Charleston SC 1040 AM EDT Thu Oct 11 2018 SCZ048>050-112245- /O.CAN.KCHS.CF.Y.0033.000000T0000Z-181011T1800Z/ /O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-181012T0000Z/ /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0007.000000T0000Z-181012T0000Z/ Beaufort-Coastal Colleton-Charleston- 1040 AM EDT Thu Oct 11 2018 ...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... The National Weather Service in Charleston has cancelled the Coastal Flood Advisory. * LOCATIONS...Charleston, Beaufort and Coastal Colleton Counties. * SURF ZONE IMPACTS...8 to 10 foot breaking waves and very strong rip currents will be dangerous to anyone who enters the surf. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Everyone should remain out of the water. Mariners should use extreme caution, especially near inlets, cuts and bays. Swells approaching these areas can lead to large, dangerous breaking waves. Keep a clear distance away from the ocean. Structures such as piers and jetties will be particularly treacherous. No one should enter the surf due to life threatening rip currents. && $$ GAZ117-119-139-141-SCZ051-112245- /O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-181012T0000Z/ /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0007.000000T0000Z-181012T0000Z/ Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh- Coastal Jasper- 1040 AM EDT Thu Oct 11 2018 ...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * LOCATIONS...In South Carolina, Coastal Jasper County. In Georgia, Coastal McIntosh, Coastal Liberty, Coastal Chatham and Coastal Bryan Counties. * SURF ZONE IMPACTS...Up to 8 foot breaking waves and very strong rip currents will be dangerous to anyone who enters the surf. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Everyone should remain out of the water. Mariners should use extreme caution, especially near inlets, cuts and bays. Swells approaching these areas can lead to large, dangerous breaking waves. Keep a clear distance away from the ocean. Structures such as piers and jetties will be particularly treacherous. No one should enter the surf due to life threatening rip currents. && $$
569 WHUS42 KCHS 111931 CFWCHS Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Charleston SC 331 PM EDT Thu Oct 11 2018 GAZ117-119-139-141-SCZ048-049-051-112045- /O.CAN.KCHS.SU.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-181012T0000Z/ /O.CAN.KCHS.RP.S.0007.000000T0000Z-181012T0000Z/ Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh- Beaufort-Coastal Colleton-Coastal Jasper- 331 PM EDT Thu Oct 11 2018 ...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IS CANCELLED... The National Weather Service in Charleston has cancelled the High Surf Advisory. The High Rip Current Risk has been cancelled. $$ SCZ050-120000- /O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-181012T0000Z/ /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0007.000000T0000Z-181012T0000Z/ Charleston- 331 PM EDT Thu Oct 11 2018 ...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * LOCATIONS...Charleston County. * SURF ZONE IMPACTS...Up 6 foot breaking waves and very strong rip currents will be dangerous to anyone who enters the surf. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Everyone should remain out of the water. Mariners should use extreme caution, especially near inlets, cuts and bays. Swells approaching these areas can lead to large, dangerous breaking waves. Keep a clear distance away from the ocean. Structures such as piers and jetties will be particularly treacherous. No one should enter the surf due to life threatening rip currents. && $$
860 WHUS42 KCHS 112334 CFWCHS Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Charleston SC 734 PM EDT Thu Oct 11 2018 SCZ050-120045- /O.EXP.KCHS.SU.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-181012T0000Z/ /O.EXP.KCHS.RP.S.0007.000000T0000Z-181012T0000Z/ Charleston- 734 PM EDT Thu Oct 11 2018 ...HIGH SURF ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK WILL EXPIRE AT 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... Improving conditions are expected as offshore winds had developed across coastal areas. $$
136 WHUS42 KCHS 112346 CCA CFWCHS Coastal Hazard Message...CORRECTED National Weather Service Charleston SC 746 PM EDT Thu Oct 11 2018 SCZ050-120045- /O.EXP.KCHS.SU.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-181012T0000Z/ /O.EXP.KCHS.RP.S.0007.000000T0000Z-181012T0000Z/ Charleston- 746 PM EDT Thu Oct 11 2018 ...HIGH SURF ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK WILL EXPIRE AT 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... Improving conditions are expected as offshore winds decrease across coastal waters. $$
The office that day
Everything else NWS Charleston, SC issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 10, 10:41 PM EDT | Special Marine Warning | CHS | 34 min | |
| Oct 10, 10:50 PM EDT | Tornado Warning | CHS | Beaufort, Jasper | 25 min |
| Oct 10, 11:14 PM EDT | Special Marine Warning | CHS | 61 min | |
| Oct 10, 11:15 PM EDT | Tornado Warning | CHS | Beaufort, Jasper | 30 min |
| Oct 11, 12:08 AM EDT | Special Marine Warning | CHS | 19 min | |
| Oct 11, 10:31 AM EDT | River Flood Warning | CHS | Berkeley, Georgetown, Williamsburg | 11 days |
| Oct 11, 10:50 AM EDT | Wind Advisory | CHS | 8 hr | |
| Oct 11, 1:39 PM EDT | Small Craft Advisory | CHS | 13 hr | |
| Oct 11, 4:52 PM EDT | Lake Wind Advisory | CHS | Berkeley | 3 hr |
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