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Rip Current Statement 22, NWS JSJ

March 13, 2022

NWS JSJ issued this rip current statement at Mar 13, 2022, 3:05 PM CDT. It took effect at Mar 14, 2022, 5:00 AM CDT. It was in force for 5 days.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Mar 13, 2022, 3:05 PM CDT (20:05 UTC)
In effect from
Mar 14, 2022, 5:00 AM CDT
Expired
Mar 19, 2022, 2:58 AM CDT
In force
5 days
Issued by
NWS JSJ

The text

As transmitted.

731 
WHCA42 TJSJ 132005
CFWSJU

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service San Juan PR
405 PM AST Sun Mar 13 2022

VIZ001-140400-
/O.NEW.TJSJ.RP.S.0022.220314T1000Z-220316T1000Z/
St.Thomas...St. John...and Adjacent Islands-
405 PM AST Sun Mar 13 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE TUESDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves of
  6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...Beaches along the northwest coast of St Thomas,
  spreading to most local beaches by Monday afternoon.

* WHEN...From Monday morning through late Tuesday night.

* 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.

&&

$$

PRZ001>003-005-008-012-VIZ002-140400-
/O.EXT.TJSJ.RP.S.0019.000000T0000Z-220316T1000Z/
San Juan and Vicinity-Northeast-Southeast-North Central-Northwest-
Culebra-St Croix-
405 PM AST Sun Mar 13 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE TUESDAY
NIGHT...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 and 8 feet.

* WHERE...Beaches along the north coast of Puerto Rico, from 
  Aguadilla to Fajardo, including San Juan and vicinity. Beaches 
  of southeastern Puerto Rico. Beaches of Culebra and St. Croix.

* WHEN...Through late Tuesday night.

* 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.

&&

$$

PRZ013-140400-
/O.EXT.TJSJ.RP.S.0021.000000T0000Z-220316T1000Z/
Vieques-
405 PM AST Sun Mar 13 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE TUESDAY
NIGHT...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  of 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...Most beaches of Vieques.

* WHEN...Through late Tuesday night.

* 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.

&&

$$
21 follow-up statements
043 
WHCA42 TJSJ 140130
CFWSJU

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service San Juan PR
930 PM AST Sun Mar 13 2022

PRZ007-010-011-140930-
/O.EXA.TJSJ.RP.S.0022.220314T1000Z-220316T1000Z/
Ponce and Vicinity-Mayaguez and Vicinity-Southwest-
930 PM AST Sun Mar 13 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM AST MONDAY THROUGH
LATE TUESDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  of 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...Ponce and Vicinity, Mayaguez and Vicinity and 
  Southwest Counties.

* WHEN...From Monday morning through late Tuesday night.

* 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.

&&

$$

PRZ001>003-005-008-012-VIZ002-140930-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0019.000000T0000Z-220316T1000Z/
San Juan and Vicinity-Northeast-Southeast-North Central-Northwest-
Culebra-St Croix-
930 PM AST Sun Mar 13 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE TUESDAY
NIGHT...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 and 8 feet.

* WHERE...Beaches along the north coast of Puerto Rico, from 
  Aguadilla to Fajardo, including San Juan and vicinity. Beaches 
  of southeastern Puerto Rico. Beaches of Culebra and St. Croix.

* WHEN...Through late Tuesday night.

* 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.

&&

$$

PRZ013-140930-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0021.000000T0000Z-220316T1000Z/
Vieques-
930 PM AST Sun Mar 13 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE TUESDAY
NIGHT...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  of 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...Most beaches of Vieques.

* WHEN...Through late Tuesday night.

* 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.

&&

$$

VIZ001-140930-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0022.220314T1000Z-220316T1000Z/
St.Thomas...St. John...and Adjacent Islands-
930 PM AST Sun Mar 13 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM AST MONDAY
THROUGH LATE TUESDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  of 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...Beaches along the northwest coast of St Thomas, 
  spreading to most local beaches by Monday afternoon.

* WHEN...From Monday morning through late Tuesday night.

* 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.

&&

$$
309 
WHCA42 TJSJ 140814
CFWSJU

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service San Juan PR
414 AM AST Mon Mar 14 2022

PRZ007-010-140915-
/O.CAN.TJSJ.RP.S.0022.220314T1000Z-220316T1000Z/
Ponce and Vicinity-Mayaguez and Vicinity-
414 AM AST Mon Mar 14 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IS CANCELLED...


$$

PRZ011-141615-
/O.EXT.TJSJ.RP.S.0022.220314T1000Z-220315T1000Z/
Southwest-
414 AM AST Mon Mar 14 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE TONIGHT...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  of 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...along Playa Ballena in Guanica.

* WHEN...Through late tonight.

* 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.

&&

$$

PRZ001>003-005-008-012-VIZ002-141615-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0019.000000T0000Z-220316T1000Z/
San Juan and Vicinity-Northeast-Southeast-North Central-Northwest-
Culebra-St Croix-
414 AM AST Mon Mar 14 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE TUESDAY
NIGHT...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves
  between 6 and 9 feet.

* WHERE...Beaches along the north coast of Puerto Rico, from 
  Aguadilla to Fajardo, including San Juan and vicinity. Beaches 
  of southeastern Puerto Rico. Beaches of Culebra and St. Croix.

* WHEN...Through late Tuesday night.

* 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.

&&

$$

PRZ013-141615-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0021.000000T0000Z-220316T1000Z/
Vieques-
414 AM AST Mon Mar 14 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE TUESDAY
NIGHT...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  of 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...Most beaches of Vieques.

* WHEN...Through late Tuesday night.

* 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.

&&

$$

VIZ001-141615-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0022.220314T1000Z-220316T1000Z/
St.Thomas...St. John...and Adjacent Islands-
414 AM AST Mon Mar 14 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE TUESDAY
NIGHT...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  of 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...Beaches along the northwest and southeast coasts of St
  Thomas and south coast of St John.
 
* WHEN...through late Tuesday night.

* 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.

&&

$$
964 
WHCA42 TJSJ 141426
CFWSJU

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service San Juan PR
1026 AM AST Mon Mar 14 2022

PRZ001>003-005-008-012-VIZ002-142230-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0019.000000T0000Z-220316T1000Z/
San Juan and Vicinity-Northeast-Southeast-North Central-Northwest-
Culebra-St Croix-
1026 AM AST Mon Mar 14 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE TUESDAY
NIGHT...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 and 9 feet.

* WHERE...Beaches along the north coast of Puerto Rico, from 
  Aguadilla to Fajardo, including San Juan and vicinity. Beaches 
  of southeastern Puerto Rico. Beaches of Culebra and St. Croix.

* WHEN...Through late Tuesday night.

* 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.

&&

$$

PRZ013-142230-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0021.000000T0000Z-220316T1000Z/
Vieques-
1026 AM AST Mon Mar 14 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE TUESDAY
NIGHT...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  of 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...Most beaches of Vieques.

* WHEN...Through late Tuesday night.

* 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.

&&

$$

VIZ001-142230-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0022.000000T0000Z-220316T1000Z/
St.Thomas...St. John...and Adjacent Islands-
1026 AM AST Mon Mar 14 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE TUESDAY
NIGHT...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  of 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...Beaches along the northwest and southeast coasts of St 
  Thomas and south coast of St John.

* WHEN...Through late Tuesday night.

* 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.

&&

$$

PRZ011-142230-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0022.000000T0000Z-220315T1000Z/
Southwest-
1026 AM AST Mon Mar 14 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE TONIGHT...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  of 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...Along Playa Ballena in Guanica.

* WHEN...Through late tonight.

* 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.

&&

$$
926 
WHCA42 TJSJ 142011
CFWSJU

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service San Juan PR
411 PM AST Mon Mar 14 2022

PRZ007-010-150415-
/O.EXB.TJSJ.RP.S.0022.220315T1000Z-220317T2300Z/
Ponce and Vicinity-Mayaguez and Vicinity-
411 PM AST Mon Mar 14 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY MORNING THROUGH
THURSDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  of 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...Beaches of Ponce and Vicinity and Mayaguez and 
  Vicinity.

* WHEN...From Tuesday morning through Thursday 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.

&&

$$

PRZ001>003-005-008-012-VIZ002-150415-
/O.EXT.TJSJ.RP.S.0019.000000T0000Z-220317T2300Z/
San Juan and Vicinity-Northeast-Southeast-North Central-Northwest-
Culebra-St Croix-
411 PM AST Mon Mar 14 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 and 9 feet.

* WHERE...Beaches along the north coast of Puerto Rico, from 
  Aguadilla to Fajardo, including San Juan and vicinity. Beaches 
  of southeastern Puerto Rico. Beaches of Culebra and St. Croix.

* WHEN...Through Thursday 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.

&&

$$

PRZ013-150415-
/O.EXT.TJSJ.RP.S.0021.000000T0000Z-220317T2300Z/
Vieques-
411 PM AST Mon Mar 14 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  of 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...Most beaches of Vieques.

* WHEN...Through Thursday 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.

&&

$$

PRZ011-VIZ001-150415-
/O.EXT.TJSJ.RP.S.0022.000000T0000Z-220317T2300Z/
Southwest-St.Thomas...St. John...and Adjacent Islands-
411 PM AST Mon Mar 14 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  of 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...Beaches along southwest Puerto Rico and southeast 
  coasts of St Thomas and south coast of St John.

* WHEN...Through Thursday 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.

&&

$$
780 
WHCA42 TJSJ 150805
CFWSJU

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service San Juan PR
405 AM AST Tue Mar 15 2022

PRZ001-002-005-008-012-151615-
/O.NEW.TJSJ.SU.Y.0006.220315T1600Z-220316T1200Z/
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0019.000000T0000Z-220317T2300Z/
San Juan and Vicinity-Northeast-North Central-Northwest-Culebra-
405 AM AST Tue Mar 15 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY
EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 8 AM AST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 9 to
  14 feet. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.

* WHERE...Beaches along the north coast of Puerto Rico, from
  Aguadilla to Fajardo, including San Juan and vicinity and
  Culebra.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, from noon today to 8 AM AST 
  Wednesday. For the High Rip Current Risk, through Thursday 
  evening.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and 
  localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best 
  swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.

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.

&&

$$

VIZ001-151615-
/O.NEW.TJSJ.SU.Y.0006.220315T1600Z-220316T1200Z/
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0022.000000T0000Z-220317T2300Z/
St.Thomas...St. John...and Adjacent Islands-
405 AM AST Tue Mar 15 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY
EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 8 AM AST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 8 to
  11 feet. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.

* WHERE...St. Thomas, St. John, and Adjacent Islands County.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, from noon today to 8 AM AST 
  Wednesday. For the High Rip Current Risk, through Thursday 
  evening.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and 
  localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best 
  swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.

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.

&&

$$

PRZ007-010-151615-
/O.EXT.TJSJ.RP.S.0022.220315T0805Z-220317T2300Z/
Ponce and Vicinity-Mayaguez and Vicinity-
405 AM AST Tue Mar 15 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves of
  6 to 10 feet.

* WHERE...Beaches of Ponce and Vicinity and Mayaguez and 
  Vicinity.

* WHEN...Through Thursday 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.

&&

$$

PRZ003-VIZ002-151615-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0019.000000T0000Z-220317T2300Z/
Southeast-St Croix-
405 AM AST Tue Mar 15 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY
EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves
  between 6 and 10 feet.

* WHERE...Beaches of southeastern Puerto Rico and St. Croix.

* WHEN...Through Thursday 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.

&&

$$

PRZ013-151615-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0021.000000T0000Z-220317T2300Z/
Vieques-
405 AM AST Tue Mar 15 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY
EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  of 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...Most beaches of Vieques.

* WHEN...Through Thursday 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.

&&

$$

PRZ011-151615-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0022.000000T0000Z-220317T2300Z/
Southwest-
405 AM AST Tue Mar 15 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY
EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  of 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...Beaches along southwest Puerto Rico.

* WHEN...Through Thursday 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.

&&

$$
741 
WHCA42 TJSJ 151509
CFWSJU

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service San Juan PR
1109 AM AST Tue Mar 15 2022

PRZ001-002-005-008-012-152315-
/O.CON.TJSJ.SU.Y.0006.220315T1600Z-220316T1200Z/
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0019.000000T0000Z-220317T2300Z/
San Juan and Vicinity-Northeast-North Central-Northwest-Culebra-
1109 AM AST Tue Mar 15 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY
EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM AST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves between
  9 to 13 feet. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip 
  currents.

* WHERE...Beaches along the north coast of Puerto Rico, from 
  Aguadilla to Fajardo, including San Juan and vicinity and 
  Culebra.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, from noon today to 8 AM AST 
  Wednesday. For the High Rip Current Risk, through Thursday 
  evening.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and 
  localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best 
  swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.

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.

&&

$$

VIZ001-152315-
/O.CON.TJSJ.SU.Y.0006.220315T1600Z-220316T1200Z/
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0022.000000T0000Z-220317T2300Z/
St.Thomas...St. John...and Adjacent Islands-
1109 AM AST Tue Mar 15 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY
EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM AST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves between
  8 to 11 feet. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip 
  currents.

* WHERE...St. Thomas, St. John, and Adjacent Islands County.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, from noon today to 8 AM AST 
  Wednesday. For the High Rip Current Risk, through Thursday 
  evening.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and 
  localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best 
  swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.

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.

&&

$$

PRZ003-VIZ002-152315-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0019.000000T0000Z-220317T2300Z/
Southeast-St Croix-
1109 AM AST Tue Mar 15 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY
EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves
  between 6 to 10 feet.

* WHERE...Beaches of southeastern Puerto Rico and St. Croix.

* WHEN...Through Thursday 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.

&&

$$

PRZ013-152315-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0021.000000T0000Z-220317T2300Z/
Vieques-
1109 AM AST Tue Mar 15 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY
EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves
  between 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...Most beaches of Vieques.

* WHEN...Through Thursday 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.

&&

$$

PRZ007-010-011-152315-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0022.000000T0000Z-220317T2300Z/
Ponce and Vicinity-Mayaguez and Vicinity-Southwest-
1109 AM AST Tue Mar 15 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY
EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves
  between 6 to 10 feet.

* WHERE...Beaches of Ponce and Vicinity and Mayaguez and 
  Vicinity.

* WHEN...Through Thursday 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.

&&

$$
861 
WHCA42 TJSJ 152019
CFWSJU

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service San Juan PR
419 PM AST Tue Mar 15 2022

PRZ001-002-005-008-012-160430-
/O.EXT.TJSJ.SU.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-220316T2200Z/
/O.EXT.TJSJ.RP.S.0019.000000T0000Z-220319T2200Z/
San Juan and Vicinity-Northeast-North Central-Northwest-Culebra-
419 PM AST Tue Mar 15 2022

...HIGH SURF ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM AST WEDNESDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves 
  between 9 to 13 feet. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous 
  rip currents.

* WHERE...Beaches along the north coast of Puerto Rico, from 
  Aguadilla to Fajardo, including San Juan and vicinity and 
  Culebra.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 6 PM AST Wednesday. 
  For the High Rip Current Risk, through Saturday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and 
  localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best 
  swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.

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.

&&

$$

VIZ001-160430-
/O.EXT.TJSJ.SU.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-220316T2200Z/
/O.EXT.TJSJ.RP.S.0022.000000T0000Z-220319T2200Z/
St.Thomas...St. John...and Adjacent Islands-
419 PM AST Tue Mar 15 2022

...HIGH SURF ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM AST WEDNESDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves 
  between 8 to 11 feet. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous 
  rip currents.

* WHERE...St. Thomas, St. John, and Adjacent Islands County.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 6 PM AST Wednesday. 
  For the High Rip Current Risk, through Saturday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and 
  localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best 
  swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.

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.

&&

$$

PRZ003-VIZ002-160430-
/O.EXT.TJSJ.RP.S.0019.000000T0000Z-220319T2200Z/
Southeast-St Croix-
419 PM AST Tue Mar 15 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 10 feet.

* WHERE...Beaches of southeastern Puerto Rico and St. Croix.

* WHEN...Through Saturday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$

PRZ013-160430-
/O.EXT.TJSJ.RP.S.0021.000000T0000Z-220319T2200Z/
Vieques-
419 PM AST Tue Mar 15 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...Most beaches of Vieques.

* WHEN...Through Saturday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$

PRZ007-160430-
/O.EXT.TJSJ.RP.S.0022.000000T0000Z-220316T1000Z/
Ponce and Vicinity-
419 PM AST Tue Mar 15 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE TONIGHT...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 10 feet.

* WHERE...Beaches of Ponce and Vicinity and Mayaguez and 
  Vicinity.

* WHEN...Through late tonight.

* 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.

&&

$$

PRZ010-011-160430-
/O.EXT.TJSJ.RP.S.0022.000000T0000Z-220317T1000Z/
Mayaguez and Vicinity-Southwest-
419 PM AST Tue Mar 15 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE WEDNESDAY
NIGHT...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 10 feet.

* WHERE...Beaches of Ponce and Vicinity and Mayaguez and 
  Vicinity.

* WHEN...Through late Wednesday night.

* 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.

&&

$$
201 
WHCA42 TJSJ 160126
CFWSJU

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service San Juan PR
926 PM AST Tue Mar 15 2022

PRZ001-002-005-008-012-160930-
/O.CON.TJSJ.SU.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-220316T2200Z/
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0019.000000T0000Z-220319T2200Z/
San Juan and Vicinity-Northeast-North Central-Northwest-Culebra-
926 PM AST Tue Mar 15 2022

...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM AST
WEDNESDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves 
  between 9 to 13 feet. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous 
  rip currents.

* WHERE...Beaches along the north coast of Puerto Rico, from 
  Aguadilla to Fajardo, including San Juan and vicinity and 
  Culebra.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 6 PM AST Wednesday. 
  For the High Rip Current Risk, through Saturday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and 
  localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best 
  swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.

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.

&&

$$

VIZ001-160930-
/O.CON.TJSJ.SU.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-220316T2200Z/
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0022.000000T0000Z-220319T2200Z/
St.Thomas...St. John...and Adjacent Islands-
926 PM AST Tue Mar 15 2022

...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM AST
WEDNESDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves 
  between 8 to 11 feet. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous 
  rip currents.

* WHERE...St. Thomas, St. John, and Adjacent Islands County.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 6 PM AST Wednesday. 
  For the High Rip Current Risk, through Saturday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and 
  localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best 
  swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.

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.

&&

$$

PRZ003-VIZ002-160930-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0019.000000T0000Z-220319T2200Z/
Southeast-St Croix-
926 PM AST Tue Mar 15 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves
  between 6 to 9 feet.

* WHERE...Beaches of southeastern Puerto Rico and St. Croix.

* WHEN...Through Saturday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$

PRZ013-160930-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0021.000000T0000Z-220319T2200Z/
Vieques-
926 PM AST Tue Mar 15 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves
  between 6 to 10 feet.

* WHERE...Most beaches of Vieques.

* WHEN...Through Saturday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$

PRZ007-160930-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0022.000000T0000Z-220316T1000Z/
Ponce and Vicinity-
926 PM AST Tue Mar 15 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM AST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 10 feet.

* WHERE...Beaches of Ponce and Vicinity and Mayaguez and 
  Vicinity.

* WHEN...Through 6 AM AST Wednesday.

* 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.

&&

$$

PRZ010-011-160930-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0022.000000T0000Z-220317T1000Z/
Mayaguez and Vicinity-Southwest-
926 PM AST Tue Mar 15 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE WEDNESDAY
NIGHT...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 10 feet.

* WHERE...Beaches of Ponce and Vicinity and Mayaguez and 
  Vicinity.

* WHEN...Through late Wednesday night.

* 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.

&&

$$
783 
WHCA42 TJSJ 160806
CFWSJU

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service San Juan PR
406 AM AST Wed Mar 16 2022

PRZ007-160915-
/O.CAN.TJSJ.RP.S.0022.000000T0000Z-220316T1000Z/
Ponce and Vicinity-
406 AM AST Wed Mar 16 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IS CANCELLED...

$$

PRZ001-002-005-008-012-161615-
/O.CON.TJSJ.SU.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-220316T2200Z/
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0019.000000T0000Z-220319T2200Z/
San Juan and Vicinity-Northeast-North Central-Northwest-Culebra-
406 AM AST Wed Mar 16 2022

...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM AST THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves 
  between 9 to 13 feet. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous 
  rip currents.

* WHERE...Beaches along the north coast of Puerto Rico, from 
  Aguadilla to Fajardo, including San Juan and vicinity and 
  Culebra.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 6 PM AST tonight. For 
  the High Rip Current Risk, through Saturday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and 
  localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best 
  swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.

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.

&&

$$

VIZ001-161615-
/O.CON.TJSJ.SU.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-220316T2200Z/
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0022.000000T0000Z-220319T2200Z/
St.Thomas...St. John...and Adjacent Islands-
406 AM AST Wed Mar 16 2022

...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM AST THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves 
  between 8 to 11 feet. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous 
  rip currents.

* WHERE...St. Thomas, St. John, and Adjacent Islands County.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 6 PM AST tonight. For 
  the High Rip Current Risk, through Saturday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and 
  localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best 
  swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.

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.

&&

$$

PRZ003-VIZ002-161615-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0019.000000T0000Z-220319T2200Z/
Southeast-St Croix-
406 AM AST Wed Mar 16 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 9 feet.

* WHERE...Beaches of southeastern Puerto Rico and St. Croix.

* WHEN...Through Saturday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$

PRZ013-161615-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0021.000000T0000Z-220319T2200Z/
Vieques-
406 AM AST Wed Mar 16 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 10 feet.

* WHERE...Most beaches of Vieques.

* WHEN...Through Saturday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$

PRZ010-011-161615-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0022.000000T0000Z-220317T1000Z/
Mayaguez and Vicinity-Southwest-
406 AM AST Wed Mar 16 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE TONIGHT...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 10 feet.

* WHERE...Beaches of Mayaguez and Vicinity and Southwest PR.

* WHEN...Through late tonight.

* 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.

&&

$$
551 
WHCA42 TJSJ 161510
CFWSJU

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service San Juan PR
1110 AM AST Wed Mar 16 2022

PRZ001-002-005-008-012-162315-
/O.CON.TJSJ.SU.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-220316T2200Z/
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0019.000000T0000Z-220319T2200Z/
San Juan and Vicinity-Northeast-North Central-Northwest-Culebra-
1110 AM AST Wed Mar 16 2022

...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM AST THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves between
  8 to 11 feet. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip 
  currents.

* WHERE...Beaches along the north coast of Puerto Rico, from 
  Aguadilla to Fajardo, including San Juan and vicinity and 
  Culebra.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 6 PM AST this evening.
  For the High Rip Current Risk, through Saturday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and 
  localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best 
  swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.

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.

&&

$$

VIZ001-162315-
/O.CON.TJSJ.SU.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-220316T2200Z/
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0022.000000T0000Z-220319T2200Z/
St.Thomas...St. John...and Adjacent Islands-
1110 AM AST Wed Mar 16 2022

...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM AST THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves 
  between 8 to 11 feet. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous 
  rip currents.

* WHERE...St. Thomas, St. John, and Adjacent Islands County.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 6 PM AST tonight. For 
  the High Rip Current Risk, through Saturday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and 
  localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best 
  swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.

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.

&&

$$

PRZ003-VIZ002-162315-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0019.000000T0000Z-220319T2200Z/
Southeast-St Croix-
1110 AM AST Wed Mar 16 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 9 feet.

* WHERE...Beaches of southeastern Puerto Rico and St. Croix.

* WHEN...Through Saturday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$

PRZ013-162315-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0021.000000T0000Z-220319T2200Z/
Vieques-
1110 AM AST Wed Mar 16 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 10 feet.

* WHERE...Most beaches of Vieques.

* WHEN...Through Saturday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$

PRZ010-011-162315-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0022.000000T0000Z-220317T1000Z/
Mayaguez and Vicinity-Southwest-
1110 AM AST Wed Mar 16 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE TONIGHT...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 10 feet.

* WHERE...Beaches of Mayaguez and Vicinity and Southwest PR.

* WHEN...Through late tonight.

* 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.

&&

$$
744 
WHCA42 TJSJ 161931
CFWSJU

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service San Juan PR
331 PM AST Wed Mar 16 2022

PRZ001-002-005-008-012-170345-
/O.CAN.TJSJ.SU.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-220316T2200Z/
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0019.000000T0000Z-220319T2200Z/
San Juan and Vicinity-Northeast-North Central-Northwest-Culebra-
331 PM AST Wed Mar 16 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY
AFTERNOON...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves
  between 6 to 10 feet.

* WHERE...Northeast, San Juan and Vicinity, Northwest, North 
  Central and Culebra Counties.

* WHEN...Through Saturday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$

VIZ001-170345-
/O.CAN.TJSJ.SU.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-220316T2200Z/
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0022.000000T0000Z-220319T2200Z/
St.Thomas...St. John...and Adjacent Islands-
331 PM AST Wed Mar 16 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY
AFTERNOON...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 9 feet.

* WHERE...St. Thomas, St. John, and Adjacent Islands County.

* WHEN...Through Saturday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$

PRZ003-VIZ002-170345-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0019.000000T0000Z-220319T2200Z/
Southeast-St Croix-
331 PM AST Wed Mar 16 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 9 feet.

* WHERE...Beaches of southeastern Puerto Rico and St. Croix.

* WHEN...Through Saturday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$

PRZ013-170345-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0021.000000T0000Z-220319T2200Z/
Vieques-
331 PM AST Wed Mar 16 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves
  between 6 to 9 feet.

* WHERE...Most beaches of Vieques.

* WHEN...Through Saturday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$

PRZ010-011-170345-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0022.000000T0000Z-220317T1000Z/
Mayaguez and Vicinity-Southwest-
331 PM AST Wed Mar 16 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE TONIGHT...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves
  between 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...Beaches of Mayaguez and Vicinity and Southwest PR.

* WHEN...Through late tonight.

* 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.

&&

$$
367 
WHCA42 TJSJ 170111
CFWSJU

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service San Juan PR
911 PM AST Wed Mar 16 2022

PRZ001>003-005-008-012-VIZ002-170915-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0019.000000T0000Z-220319T2200Z/
San Juan and Vicinity-Northeast-Southeast-North Central-Northwest-
Culebra-St Croix-
911 PM AST Wed Mar 16 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 10 feet.

* WHERE...Northeast, San Juan and Vicinity, Northwest, North
  Central and Culebra.

* WHEN...Through Saturday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$

PRZ013-170915-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0021.000000T0000Z-220319T2200Z/
Vieques-
911 PM AST Wed Mar 16 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 9 feet.

* WHERE...Most beaches of Vieques.

* WHEN...Through Saturday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$

PRZ010-011-170915-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0022.000000T0000Z-220317T1000Z/
Mayaguez and Vicinity-Southwest-
911 PM AST Wed Mar 16 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM AST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...Beaches of Aguada and Rincon, and Southwest PR.

* WHEN...Through 6 AM AST Thursday.

* 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.

&&

$$

VIZ001-170915-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0022.000000T0000Z-220319T2200Z/
St.Thomas...St. John...and Adjacent Islands-
911 PM AST Wed Mar 16 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 9 feet.

* WHERE...St. Thomas, St. John, and Adjacent Islands.

* WHEN...Through Saturday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$
823 
WHCA42 TJSJ 170835
CFWSJU

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service San Juan PR
435 AM AST Thu Mar 17 2022

PRZ010-011-170945-
/O.CAN.TJSJ.RP.S.0022.000000T0000Z-220317T1000Z/
Mayaguez and Vicinity-Southwest-
435 AM AST Thu Mar 17 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IS CANCELLED...

Although a high risk of rip currents is no longer in effect, a 
moderate risk continues for these areas.

$$

PRZ001>003-005-008-012-VIZ002-171645-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0019.000000T0000Z-220319T2200Z/
San Juan and Vicinity-Northeast-Southeast-North Central-Northwest-
Culebra-St Croix-
435 AM AST Thu Mar 17 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 10 feet.

* WHERE...Beaches across the northwest to northeast and southeast
  coasts of Puerto Rico, as well as all beaches of Culebra and St
  Croix.

* WHEN...Through Saturday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$

PRZ013-171645-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0021.000000T0000Z-220319T2200Z/
Vieques-
435 AM AST Thu Mar 17 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...Most beaches of Vieques.

* WHEN...Through Saturday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$

VIZ001-171645-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0022.000000T0000Z-220319T2200Z/
St.Thomas...St. John...and Adjacent Islands-
435 AM AST Thu Mar 17 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...All beaches of St Thomas and St John. 

* WHEN...Through Saturday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$
050 
WHCA42 TJSJ 171411
CFWSJU

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service San Juan PR
1011 AM AST Thu Mar 17 2022

PRZ001>003-005-008-012-VIZ002-180100-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0019.000000T0000Z-220319T2200Z/
San Juan and Vicinity-Northeast-Southeast-North Central-Northwest-
Culebra-St Croix-
1011 AM AST Thu Mar 17 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves
  between 6 to 9 feet.

* WHERE...Beaches across the northwest to northeast and 
  southeast coasts of Puerto Rico, as well as all beaches of 
  Culebra and St Croix.

* WHEN...Through Saturday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$

PRZ013-180100-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0021.000000T0000Z-220319T2200Z/
Vieques-
1011 AM AST Thu Mar 17 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...Most beaches of Vieques.

* WHEN...Through Saturday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$

VIZ001-180100-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0022.000000T0000Z-220319T2200Z/
St.Thomas...St. John...and Adjacent Islands-
1011 AM AST Thu Mar 17 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...All beaches of St Thomas and St John.

* WHEN...Through Saturday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$
892 
WHCA42 TJSJ 172102
CFWSJU

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service San Juan PR
502 PM AST Thu Mar 17 2022

PRZ011-180515-
/O.EXB.TJSJ.RP.S.0019.000000T0000Z-220319T1000Z/
Southwest-
502 PM AST Thu Mar 17 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE FRIDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 9 feet.

* WHERE...Playa Ballena in Guanica.

* WHEN...Through late Friday night.

* 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.

&&

$$

PRZ001>003-005-008-012-VIZ002-180515-
/O.EXT.TJSJ.RP.S.0019.000000T0000Z-220320T2200Z/
San Juan and Vicinity-Northeast-Southeast-North Central-Northwest-
Culebra-St Croix-
502 PM AST Thu Mar 17 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves
  between 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...Beaches across the northwest to northeast and 
  southeast coasts of Puerto Rico, as well as all beaches of 
  Culebra and St Croix.

* WHEN...Through Sunday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$

PRZ013-180515-
/O.EXT.TJSJ.RP.S.0021.000000T0000Z-220320T2200Z/
Vieques-
502 PM AST Thu Mar 17 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...Most beaches of Vieques.

* WHEN...Through Sunday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$

VIZ001-180515-
/O.EXT.TJSJ.RP.S.0022.000000T0000Z-220320T2200Z/
St.Thomas...St. John...and Adjacent Islands-
502 PM AST Thu Mar 17 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...All beaches of St Thomas and St John.

* WHEN...Through Sunday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$
115 
WHCA42 TJSJ 180126
CFWSJU

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service San Juan PR
926 PM AST Thu Mar 17 2022

PRZ001>003-005-008-012-VIZ002-181330-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0019.000000T0000Z-220320T2200Z/
San Juan and Vicinity-Northeast-Southeast-North Central-Northwest-
Culebra-St Croix-
926 PM AST Thu Mar 17 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...Beaches across the northwest to northeast and 
  southeast coasts of Puerto Rico, as well as all beaches of 
  Culebra and St Croix.

* WHEN...Through Sunday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$

PRZ013-181330-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0021.000000T0000Z-220320T2200Z/
Vieques-
926 PM AST Thu Mar 17 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...Most beaches of Vieques.

* WHEN...Through Sunday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$

VIZ001-181330-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0022.000000T0000Z-220320T2200Z/
St.Thomas...St. John...and Adjacent Islands-
926 PM AST Thu Mar 17 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...All beaches of St Thomas and St John.

* WHEN...Through Sunday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$

PRZ011-181330-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0019.000000T0000Z-220319T1000Z/
Southwest-
926 PM AST Thu Mar 17 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE FRIDAY
NIGHT...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 9 feet.

* WHERE...Playa Ballena in Guanica.

* WHEN...Through late Friday night.

* 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.

&&

$$
415 
WHCA42 TJSJ 180903
CFWSJU

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service San Juan PR
503 AM AST Fri Mar 18 2022

PRZ011-181800-
/O.EXT.TJSJ.RP.S.0019.000000T0000Z-220319T2200Z/
Southwest-
503 AM AST Fri Mar 18 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 9 feet.

* WHERE...Playa Ballena in Guanica.

* WHEN...Through Saturday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$

PRZ001>003-005-008-012-VIZ002-181800-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0019.000000T0000Z-220320T2200Z/
San Juan and Vicinity-Northeast-Southeast-North Central-Northwest-
Culebra-St Croix-
503 AM AST Fri Mar 18 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...Beaches across the northwest to northeast and 
  southeast coasts of Puerto Rico, as well as all beaches of 
  Culebra and St Croix.

* WHEN...Through Sunday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$

PRZ013-181800-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0021.000000T0000Z-220320T2200Z/
Vieques-
503 AM AST Fri Mar 18 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...Most beaches of Vieques.

* WHEN...Through Sunday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$

VIZ001-181800-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0022.000000T0000Z-220320T2200Z/
St.Thomas...St. John...and Adjacent Islands-
503 AM AST Fri Mar 18 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...All beaches of St Thomas and St John.

* WHEN...Through Sunday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$
505 
WHCA42 TJSJ 181507
CFWSJU

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service San Juan PR
1107 AM AST Fri Mar 18 2022

PRZ001>003-005-008-012-VIZ002-182315-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0019.000000T0000Z-220320T2200Z/
San Juan and Vicinity-Northeast-Southeast-North Central-Northwest-
Culebra-St Croix-
1107 AM AST Fri Mar 18 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...Beaches across the northwest to northeast and 
  southeast coasts of Puerto Rico, as well as all beaches of 
  Culebra and St Croix.

* WHEN...Through Sunday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$

PRZ013-182315-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0021.000000T0000Z-220320T2200Z/
Vieques-
1107 AM AST Fri Mar 18 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...Most beaches of Vieques.

* WHEN...Through Sunday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$

VIZ001-182315-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0022.000000T0000Z-220320T2200Z/
St.Thomas...St. John...and Adjacent Islands-
1107 AM AST Fri Mar 18 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...All beaches of St Thomas and St John.

* WHEN...Through Sunday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$

PRZ011-182315-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0019.000000T0000Z-220319T2200Z/
Southwest-
1107 AM AST Fri Mar 18 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 9 feet.

* WHERE...Playa Ballena in Guanica.

* WHEN...Through Saturday afternoon.

* 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.

&&

$$
304 
WHCA42 TJSJ 182030
CFWSJU

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service San Juan PR
430 PM AST Fri Mar 18 2022

PRZ001>003-005-008-012-VIZ002-190430-
/O.EXT.TJSJ.RP.S.0019.000000T0000Z-220321T1000Z/
San Juan and Vicinity-Northeast-Southeast-North Central-Northwest-
Culebra-St Croix-
430 PM AST Fri Mar 18 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE SUNDAY
NIGHT...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...Beaches across the northwest to northeast and 
  southeast coasts of Puerto Rico, as well as all beaches of 
  Culebra and St Croix.

* WHEN...Through late Sunday night.

* 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.

&&

$$

PRZ013-190430-
/O.EXT.TJSJ.RP.S.0021.000000T0000Z-220321T1000Z/
Vieques-
430 PM AST Fri Mar 18 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE SUNDAY
NIGHT...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...Most beaches of Vieques.

* WHEN...Through late Sunday night.

* 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.

&&

$$

VIZ001-190430-
/O.EXT.TJSJ.RP.S.0022.000000T0000Z-220319T1000Z/
St.Thomas...St. John...and Adjacent Islands-
430 PM AST Fri Mar 18 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE TONIGHT...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...All beaches of St Thomas and St John.

* WHEN...Through late tonight.

* 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.

&&

$$

PRZ011-190430-
/O.EXT.TJSJ.RP.S.0019.000000T0000Z-220319T1000Z/
Southwest-
430 PM AST Fri Mar 18 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE TONIGHT...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves
  between 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...Playa Ballena in Guanica.

* WHEN...Through late tonight.

* 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.

&&

$$
438 
WHCA42 TJSJ 190032
CFWSJU

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service San Juan PR
832 PM AST Fri Mar 18 2022

PRZ001>003-005-008-012-VIZ002-190845-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0019.000000T0000Z-220321T1000Z/
San Juan and Vicinity-Northeast-Southeast-North Central-Northwest-
Culebra-St Croix-
832 PM AST Fri Mar 18 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE SUNDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...Beaches across the northwest to northeast and 
  southeast coasts of Puerto Rico, as well as all beaches of 
  Culebra and St Croix.

* WHEN...Through late Sunday night.

* 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.

&&

$$

PRZ013-190845-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0021.000000T0000Z-220321T1000Z/
Vieques-
832 PM AST Fri Mar 18 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE SUNDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...Most beaches of Vieques.

* WHEN...Through late Sunday night.

* 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.

&&

$$

VIZ001-190845-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0022.000000T0000Z-220319T1000Z/
St.Thomas...St. John...and Adjacent Islands-
832 PM AST Fri Mar 18 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM AST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...All beaches of St Thomas and St John.

* WHEN...Through 6 AM AST Saturday.

* 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.

&&

$$

PRZ011-190845-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0019.000000T0000Z-220319T1000Z/
Southwest-
832 PM AST Fri Mar 18 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM AST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...Playa Ballena in Guanica.

* WHEN...Through 6 AM AST Saturday.

* 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.

&&

$$
304 
WHCA42 TJSJ 190758
CFWSJU

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service San Juan PR
358 AM AST Sat Mar 19 2022

VIZ001-190900-
/O.CAN.TJSJ.RP.S.0022.000000T0000Z-220319T1000Z/
St.Thomas...St. John...and Adjacent Islands-
358 AM AST Sat Mar 19 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IS CANCELLED...

Although the high risk of rip currents is no longer in effect, a
moderate risk will continue for these areas.

$$

PRZ011-190900-
/O.CAN.TJSJ.RP.S.0019.000000T0000Z-220319T1000Z/
Southwest-
358 AM AST Sat Mar 19 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IS CANCELLED...

Although the high risk of rip currents is no longer in effect, a
moderate risk will continue for these areas.

$$

PRZ001>003-005-008-012-VIZ002-191600-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0019.000000T0000Z-220321T1000Z/
San Juan and Vicinity-Northeast-Southeast-North Central-Northwest-
Culebra-St Croix-
358 AM AST Sat Mar 19 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE SUNDAY
NIGHT...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...Beaches across the northwest to northeast and 
  southeast coasts of Puerto Rico, as well as all beaches of 
  Culebra and St Croix.

* WHEN...Through late Sunday night.

* 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.

&&

$$

PRZ013-191600-
/O.CON.TJSJ.RP.S.0021.000000T0000Z-220321T1000Z/
Vieques-
358 AM AST Sat Mar 19 2022

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE SUNDAY
NIGHT...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected due to breaking waves 
  between 6 to 8 feet.

* WHERE...Most beaches of Vieques.

* WHEN...Through late Sunday night.

* 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.

&&

$$

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Sources

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