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Rip Current Statement 10, NWS Melbourne, FL

April 10, 20235 counties in Florida

NWS Melbourne, FL issued this rip current statement at Apr 10, 2023, 3:43 AM EDT for 5 counties in Florida. It was in force for 4 days.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Apr 10, 2023, 3:43 AM EDT (07:43 UTC)
Expired
Apr 14, 2023, 4:00 AM EDT
In force
4 days
Issued by
NWS Melbourne, FL

Counties Brevard County, FL, Indian River County, FL, Martin County, FL, Saint Lucie County, FL, Volusia County, FL

The radar

The Melbourne radar (KMLB), 23 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 07:45 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

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The nearest sounding before it

Cape Canaveral, FL (KXMR), launched 00:00Z, 7.7 hours before the alert went out and 65 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Cape Canaveral, FL at 00:00Z on 2023-04-10Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 525 joules per kilogram.LCLLFCEL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Cape Canaveral, FL at 00:00Z on 2023-04-10The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity -24 square meters per square second.19395878Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
525 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
-3 J/kg
Mixed-layer LCL
620 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
31 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
-24 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
42 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
-0.0
Supercell composite
-0.5

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142 
WHUS42 KMLB 100743
CFWMLB

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Melbourne FL
343 AM EDT Mon Apr 10 2023

FLZ141-110800-
/O.CAN.KMLB.BH.S.0010.000000T0000Z-230410T0800Z/
/O.NEW.KMLB.RP.S.0010.230410T0743Z-230411T0800Z/
/O.CON.KMLB.CF.W.0001.000000T0000Z-230411T0800Z/
/O.CON.KMLB.SU.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-230411T2000Z/
Coastal Volusia-
343 AM EDT Mon Apr 10 2023

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE TONIGHT...
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM EDT
TUESDAY...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, significant coastal
  flooding expected. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking
  waves of 8 to 10 feet expected in the surf zone. For the High 
  Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents expected.

* WHERE...Coastal Volusia County.

* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Warning, until 4 AM EDT Tuesday. 
  For the High Surf Advisory, until 4 PM EDT Tuesday. For the 
  High Rip Current Risk, through late tonight.

* IMPACTS...Coastal roads may be closed. Low lying property 
  including homes, businesses and some critical infrastructure 
  will be inundated. Significant shoreline erosion will occur. 
  Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach 
  erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away 
  from shore into deeper water.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The high tide of most concern will occur
  around midnight tonight. The Volusia county coast is especially
  vulnerable to wave runup given the loss of dunes and sea walls 
  as a result of Hurricanes Ian and Nicole last autumn.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Coastal flooding is occurring or imminent. Coastal residents in
the warned area should be alert for rising water, and take
appropriate action to protect life and property. If travel is
required, do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth.

High surf will affect the beaches in the advisory area, producing
localized beach erosion and dangerous swimming conditions.
Swimmers should remain out of the water due to large breaking
waves and dangerous surf conditions. Entering the surf is not
advised.

&&

$$

FLZ154-159-164-110800-
/O.CAN.KMLB.BH.S.0010.000000T0000Z-230410T0800Z/
/O.NEW.KMLB.RP.S.0010.230410T0743Z-230411T0800Z/
/O.EXA.KMLB.CF.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-230411T0800Z/
/O.EXA.KMLB.SU.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-230411T2000Z/
Coastal Indian River-Coastal Saint Lucie-Coastal Martin-
343 AM EDT Mon Apr 10 2023

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE TONIGHT...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM EDT TUESDAY...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding
  expected. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 8
  to 10 feet expected in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current 
  Risk, dangerous rip currents expected.

* WHERE...Coastal Indian River, Coastal Saint Lucie and Coastal 
  Martin Counties.

* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 4 AM EDT Tuesday. 
  For the High Surf Advisory, until 4 PM EDT Tuesday. For the 
  High Rip Current Risk, through late tonight.

* IMPACTS...Some flooding of low-lying lots, parks and roadways 
  may occur near the shoreline. Only isolated road closures are 
  expected. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and 
  localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best 
  swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The high tide of most concern will occur
  around midnight tonight. The Treasure Coast is vulnerable to
  wave runup in some areas given the loss of dunes as a result of
  Hurricanes Ian and Nicole last autumn.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Onshore winds and above normal tides will combine to generate
flooding of low areas along the shore. Do not drive around
barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary
actions to protect flood-prone property.

High surf will affect the beaches in the advisory area, producing
localized beach erosion and dangerous swimming conditions.
Swimmers should remain out of the water due to large breaking
waves and dangerous surf conditions. Entering the surf is not
advised.

&&

$$

FLZ447-747-110800-
/O.CAN.KMLB.BH.S.0010.000000T0000Z-230410T0800Z/
/O.NEW.KMLB.RP.S.0010.230410T0743Z-230411T0800Z/
/O.CON.KMLB.CF.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-230411T0800Z/
/O.CON.KMLB.SU.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-230411T2000Z/
Northern Brevard Barrier Islands-Southern Brevard Barrier Islands-
343 AM EDT Mon Apr 10 2023

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE TONIGHT...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM EDT
TUESDAY...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding
  expected. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves
  building to 8 to 10 feet expected in the surf zone. For the 
  High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents expected.

* WHERE...Northern Brevard Barrier Islands and Southern Brevard 
  Barrier Islands Counties.

* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 4 AM EDT Tuesday. 
  For the High Surf Advisory, until 4 PM EDT Tuesday. For the 
  High Rip Current Risk, through late tonight.

* IMPACTS...Some flooding of low-lying lots, parks and roadways 
  may occur near the shoreline. Only isolated road closures are 
  expected. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and 
  localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best 
  swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The high tide of most concern will occur
  around midnight tonight. The Brevard county coast is vulnerable
  to wave runup in some areas given the loss of dunes as a result
  of Hurricanes Ian and Nicole last autumn.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Onshore winds and above normal tides will combine to generate
flooding of low areas along the shore. Do not drive around
barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary
actions to protect flood-prone property.

High surf will affect the beaches in the advisory area, producing
localized beach erosion and dangerous swimming conditions.
Swimmers should remain out of the water due to large breaking
waves and dangerous surf conditions. Entering the surf is not
advised.

&&

$$

FLZ347-647-110800-
/O.CAN.KMLB.BH.S.0010.000000T0000Z-230410T0800Z/
/O.NEW.KMLB.RP.S.0010.230410T0743Z-230411T0800Z/
Mainland Northern Brevard-Mainland Southern Brevard-
343 AM EDT Mon Apr 10 2023

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

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected.

* WHERE...Coastal Brevard County.

* WHEN...Through late tonight.

* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away 
  from shore into deeper water.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Rip currents are powerful channels of water flowing quickly away
from shore, which occur most often at low spots or breaks in the
sandbar and in the vicinity of structures such as jetties and
piers. Heed the advice of lifeguards, beach patrol flags and
signs. Entering the surf is not advised. 

&&

$$
4 follow-up statements
151 
WHUS42 KMLB 110228
CFWMLB

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Melbourne FL
1028 PM EDT Mon Apr 10 2023

FLZ141-120800-
/O.EXT.KMLB.CF.W.0001.000000T0000Z-230412T0800Z/
/O.EXT.KMLB.SU.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-230412T0800Z/
/O.EXT.KMLB.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-230412T0800Z/
Coastal Volusia-
1028 PM EDT Mon Apr 10 2023

...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM WEDNESDAY...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM WEDNESDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, significant coastal 
  flooding expected. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking 
  waves of 8 to 10 feet expected in the surf zone. For the High 
  Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents expected. 

* WHERE...Coastal Volusia County.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Coastal roads may be closed. Low lying property 
  including homes, businesses and some critical infrastructure 
  will be inundated. Significant shoreline erosion will occur. 
  Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach 
  erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away 
  from shore into deeper water. 

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The high tides of greatest concern will
  occur around midnight tonight and again around 1 AM Wednesday.
  The Volusia county coast remains especially vulnerable to wave 
  runup given the loss of dunes and sea walls as a result of 
  Hurricanes Ian and Nicole last autumn.
  

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Coastal flooding is occurring or imminent. Coastal residents in
the warned area should be alert for rising water, and take
appropriate action to protect life and property. If travel is
required, do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth.

High surf will affect the beaches in the advisory area, producing
localized beach erosion and dangerous swimming conditions.
Swimmers should remain out of the water due to large breaking
waves and dangerous surf conditions. Entering the surf is not
advised.

&&

$$

FLZ347-647-120800-
/O.EXB.KMLB.CF.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-230412T0800Z/
/O.EXB.KMLB.SU.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-230412T0800Z/
/O.EXT.KMLB.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-230412T0800Z/
Mainland Northern Brevard-Mainland Southern Brevard-
1028 PM EDT Mon Apr 10 2023

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM WEDNESDAY...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM WEDNESDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding 
  expected. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 
  8 to 10 feet expected in the surf zone. For the High Rip 
  Current Risk, dangerous rip currents expected. 

* WHERE...Mainland Brevard County adjacent to the Intracoastal
  Waterway.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Some flooding of low-lying lots, parks and roadways 
  may occur near the shoreline. Only isolated road closures are 
  expected. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and 
  localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best 
  swimmers away from shore into deeper water. 

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The high tides of greatest concern will
  occur around midnight tonight and again around 1 AM Wednesday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Onshore winds and above normal tides will combine to generate
flooding of low areas along the shore. Do not drive around
barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary
actions to protect flood-prone property.

High surf will affect the beaches in the advisory area, producing
localized beach erosion and dangerous swimming conditions.
Swimmers should remain out of the water due to large breaking
waves and dangerous surf conditions. Entering the surf is not
advised.

&&

$$

FLZ154-159-164-447-747-120800-
/O.EXT.KMLB.CF.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-230412T0800Z/
/O.EXT.KMLB.SU.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-230412T0800Z/
/O.EXT.KMLB.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-230412T0800Z/
Coastal Indian River-Coastal Saint Lucie-Coastal Martin-
Northern Brevard Barrier Islands-Southern Brevard Barrier Islands-
1028 PM EDT Mon Apr 10 2023

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM WEDNESDAY...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM WEDNESDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding 
  expected. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 
  8 to 10 feet expected in the surf zone. For the High Rip 
  Current Risk, dangerous rip currents expected. 

* WHERE...Coastal Brevard, Indian River, Saint Lucie and Martin 
  Counties. 

* WHEN...Until 4 AM Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Some flooding of low-lying lots, parks and roadways 
  may occur near the shoreline. Only isolated road closures are 
  expected. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and 
  localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best 
  swimmers away from shore into deeper water. 

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The high tides of greatest concern will
  occur around midnight tonight and again around 1 AM Wednesday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Onshore winds and above normal tides will combine to generate
flooding of low areas along the shore. Do not drive around
barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary
actions to protect flood-prone property.

High surf will affect the beaches in the advisory area, producing
localized beach erosion and dangerous swimming conditions.
Swimmers should remain out of the water due to large breaking
waves and dangerous surf conditions. Entering the surf is not
advised.

&&

$$
634 
WHUS42 KMLB 110820
CFWMLB

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Melbourne FL
420 AM EDT Tue Apr 11 2023

FLZ141-120800-
/O.EXT.KMLB.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-230413T0800Z/
/O.CON.KMLB.CF.W.0001.000000T0000Z-230412T0800Z/
/O.CON.KMLB.SU.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-230412T0800Z/
Coastal Volusia-
420 AM EDT Tue Apr 11 2023

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE WEDNESDAY
NIGHT...
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, significant coastal
  flooding expected. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking
  waves of 6 to 8 feet expected in the surf zone. For the High 
  Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents expected. 

* WHERE...Coastal Volusia County.

* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Warning and High Surf Advisory,
  until 4 AM EDT Wednesday. For the High Rip Current Risk, through
  late Wednesday night. 

* IMPACTS...Coastal roads may be closed. Low lying property 
  including homes, businesses and some critical infrastructure 
  will be inundated. Significant shoreline erosion will occur. 
  Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach 
  erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away 
  from shore into deeper water. 

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The high tide of greatest concern will
  occur around 1 AM Wednesday. The Volusia county coast remains 
  especially vulnerable to wave runup given the loss of dunes and 
  sea walls as a result of Hurricanes Ian and Nicole last autumn.
  

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Coastal flooding is occurring or imminent. Coastal residents in
the warned area should be alert for rising water, and take
appropriate action to protect life and property. If travel is
required, do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth.

High surf will affect the beaches in the advisory area, producing
localized beach erosion and dangerous swimming conditions.
Swimmers should remain out of the water due to large breaking
waves and dangerous surf conditions. Entering the surf is not
advised.

&&

$$

FLZ154-159-164-347-447-647-747-120800-
/O.EXT.KMLB.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-230413T0800Z/
/O.CON.KMLB.CF.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-230412T0800Z/
/O.CON.KMLB.SU.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-230412T0800Z/
Coastal Indian River-Coastal Saint Lucie-Coastal Martin-
Mainland Northern Brevard-Northern Brevard Barrier Islands-
Mainland Southern Brevard-Southern Brevard Barrier Islands-
420 AM EDT Tue Apr 11 2023

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE WEDNESDAY
NIGHT...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding
  expected. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 7
  to 9 feet expected in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current 
  Risk, dangerous rip currents expected. 

* WHERE...Coastal Brevard, Indian River, Saint Lucie and Martin 
  Counties. 

* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory and High Surf Advisory, 
  until 4 AM EDT Wednesday. For the High Rip Current Risk, through
  late Wednesday night.

* IMPACTS...Some flooding of low-lying lots, parks and roadways 
  may occur near the shoreline. Only isolated road closures are 
  expected. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and 
  localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best 
  swimmers away from shore into deeper water. 

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The high tides of greatest concern will
  occur around 1 AM Wednesday. The Brevard county coast is
  vulnerable to wave runup in some areas given the loss of dunes
  as a result of Hurricanes Ian and Nicole last autumn.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Onshore winds and above normal tides will combine to generate
flooding of low areas along the shore. Do not drive around
barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary
actions to protect flood-prone property.

High surf will affect the beaches in the advisory area, producing
localized beach erosion and dangerous swimming conditions.
Swimmers should remain out of the water due to large breaking
waves and dangerous surf conditions. Entering the surf is not
advised.

&&

$$
954 
WHUS42 KMLB 120742
CFWMLB

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Melbourne FL
342 AM EDT Wed Apr 12 2023

FLZ141-122000-
/O.EXP.KMLB.CF.W.0001.000000T0000Z-230412T0800Z/
/O.EXT.KMLB.SU.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-230412T2000Z/
/O.CON.KMLB.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-230413T0800Z/
Coastal Volusia-
342 AM EDT Wed Apr 12 2023

...HIGH SURF ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE TONIGHT...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 6 to
  8 feet expected in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current 
  Risk, dangerous rip currents expected.

* WHERE...Coastal Volusia County.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 4 PM EDT this 
  afternoon. For the High Rip Current Risk, through late tonight.

* 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...

High surf will affect the beaches in the advisory area, producing
localized beach erosion and dangerous swimming conditions.
Swimmers should remain out of the water due to large breaking
waves and dangerous surf conditions.

Rip currents are powerful channels of water flowing quickly away
from shore, which occur most often at low spots or breaks in the
sandbar and in the vicinity of structures such as jetties and
piers. Heed the advice of lifeguards, beach patrol flags and
signs. Entering the surf is not advised. 


&&

$$

FLZ154-159-164-347-447-647-747-122000-
/O.EXP.KMLB.CF.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-230412T0800Z/
/O.EXT.KMLB.SU.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-230412T2000Z/
/O.CON.KMLB.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-230413T0800Z/
Coastal Indian River-Coastal Saint Lucie-Coastal Martin-
Mainland Northern Brevard-Northern Brevard Barrier Islands-
Mainland Southern Brevard-Southern Brevard Barrier Islands-
342 AM EDT Wed Apr 12 2023

...HIGH SURF ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE TONIGHT...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 6 to
  8 feet expected in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current 
  Risk, dangerous rip currents expected.

* WHERE...Coastal Brevard, Indian River, Saint Lucie and Martin
  Counties. 

* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 4 PM EDT this 
  afternoon. For the High Rip Current Risk, through late tonight.

* 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...

High surf will affect the beaches in the advisory area, producing
localized beach erosion and dangerous swimming conditions.
Swimmers should remain out of the water due to large breaking
waves and dangerous surf conditions.

Rip currents are powerful channels of water flowing quickly away
from shore, which occur most often at low spots or breaks in the
sandbar and in the vicinity of structures such as jetties and
piers. Heed the advice of lifeguards, beach patrol flags and
signs. Entering the surf is not advised. 



&&

$$
074 
WHUS42 KMLB 130743
CFWMLB

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Melbourne FL
343 AM EDT Thu Apr 13 2023

FLZ141-154-159-164-347-447-647-747-140800-
/O.EXT.KMLB.RP.S.0010.000000T0000Z-230414T0800Z/
Coastal Volusia-Coastal Indian River-Coastal Saint Lucie-
Coastal Martin-Mainland Northern Brevard-
Northern Brevard Barrier Islands-Mainland Southern Brevard-
Southern Brevard Barrier Islands-
343 AM EDT Thu Apr 13 2023

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

* WHAT...Numerous strong, dangerous rip currents expected.

* WHERE...Along the beaches of Volusia, Brevard, Indian River,
  Saint Lucie and Martin Counties.

* WHEN...Through late tonight.

* 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...

Rip currents are powerful channels of water flowing quickly away
from shore, which occur most often at low spots or breaks in the
sandbar and in the vicinity of structures such as jetties and
piers. Heed the advice of lifeguards, beach patrol flags and
signs. Entering the water is not recommended.


&&

$$

The office that day

Everything else NWS Melbourne, FL issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Apr 10, 3:33 AM EDTWind AdvisoryMLBIndian River, Martin, Saint Lucie18 hr
Apr 10, 3:04 PM EDTSmall Craft AdvisoryMLB3 days

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Sources

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