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Rip Current Statement 5, NWS Mobile, AL

January 23, 2023Escambia County, Okaloosa County, Santa Rosa County, Florida; Baldwin County, Mobile County, Alabama

NWS Mobile, AL issued this rip current statement at Jan 23, 2023, 3:36 PM CST for Escambia County, Okaloosa County, Santa Rosa County, Florida; Baldwin County, Mobile County, Alabama. It took effect at Jan 24, 2023, 12:00 PM CST. It was in force for 42 hr.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Jan 23, 2023, 3:36 PM CST (21:36 UTC)
In effect from
Jan 24, 2023, 12:00 PM CST
Expired
Jan 26, 2023, 6:00 AM CST
In force
42 hr
Issued by
NWS Mobile, AL

Counties Baldwin County, AL, Mobile County, AL, Escambia County, FL, Okaloosa County, FL, Santa Rosa County, FL

The radar

The Mobile radar (KMOB), 82 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 21:34 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

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The nearest sounding before it

Slidell Radar S, LA (KSIL), launched 12:00Z, 9.6 hours before the alert went out and 227 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, Slidell Radar S, LA at 12:00Z on 2023-01-23Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 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, Slidell Radar S, LA at 12:00Z on 2023-01-23The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity -109 square meters per square second.1939587897117Sfc1 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
0 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
No buoyant parcel
Mixed-layer LCL
983 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
54 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
-109 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
28 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

095 
WHUS44 KMOB 232136
CFWMOB

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Mobile AL
336 PM CST Mon Jan 23 2023

ALZ265-266-FLZ202-204-206-240800-
/O.CAN.KMOB.RP.S.0004.000000T0000Z-230126T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KMOB.RP.S.0005.230124T1200Z-230126T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMOB.SU.W.0001.230125T0300Z-230125T1800Z/
Mobile Coastal-Baldwin Coastal-Escambia Coastal-
Santa Rosa Coastal-Okaloosa Coastal-
336 PM CST Mon Jan 23 2023

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY MORNING THROUGH
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON...
...HIGH SURF WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM TUESDAY TO NOON
CST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Warning, dangerously large breaking
  waves of 8 to 10 feet expected in the surf zone. For the High 
  Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents expected.

* WHERE...In Alabama, Mobile Coastal and Baldwin Coastal 
  Counties. In Florida, Escambia Coastal, Santa Rosa Coastal and 
  Okaloosa Coastal Counties.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Warning, from 9 PM Tuesday to noon 
  CST Wednesday. For the High Rip Current Risk, from Tuesday 
  morning through Wednesday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Breaking waves can sweep people off jetties and 
  docks, and into dangerous seas. Life-threatening swimming 
  conditions and significant beach erosion can be expected. Rip 
  currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into 
  deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Everyone should remain out of the water due to life-threatening
surf conditions. Stay off of jetties, piers, and other waterside
infrastructure.

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.

&&

$$
8 follow-up statements
485 
WHUS44 KMOB 240938
CFWMOB

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Mobile AL
338 AM CST Tue Jan 24 2023

ALZ265-266-241745-
/O.NEW.KMOB.CF.Y.0001.230125T0300Z-230125T1500Z/
/O.CON.KMOB.SU.W.0001.230125T0300Z-230125T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMOB.RP.S.0005.230124T1200Z-230126T0000Z/
Mobile Coastal-Baldwin Coastal-
338 AM CST Tue Jan 24 2023

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY
AFTERNOON...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO
9 AM CST WEDNESDAY...
...HIGH SURF WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO
NOON CST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Warning, dangerously large breaking 
  waves of 6 to 9 feet expected in the surf zone. For the 
  Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding expected. For 
  the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents expected.

* WHERE...Mobile Coastal and Baldwin Coastal Counties.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Warning, from 9 PM this evening to 
  noon CST Wednesday. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 9 PM 
  this evening to 9 AM CST Wednesday. For the High Rip Current 
  Risk, through Wednesday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only 
  isolated road closures expected. Breaking waves can sweep 
  people off jetties and docks, and into dangerous seas. Life-
  threatening swimming conditions and significant beach erosion 
  can be expected. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers 
  away from shore into deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.

Everyone should remain out of the water due to life-threatening
surf conditions. Stay off of jetties, piers, and other waterside
infrastructure.

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.

&&

$$

FLZ202-204-206-241745-
/O.CON.KMOB.SU.W.0001.230125T0300Z-230125T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMOB.RP.S.0005.230124T1200Z-230126T0000Z/
Escambia Coastal-Santa Rosa Coastal-Okaloosa Coastal-
338 AM CST Tue Jan 24 2023

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY
AFTERNOON...
...HIGH SURF WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO
NOON CST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Warning, dangerously large breaking
  waves of 6 to 9 feet expected in the surf zone. For the High 
  Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents expected.

* WHERE...In Florida, Escambia Coastal, Santa Rosa Coastal and 
  Okaloosa Coastal Counties.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Warning, from 9 PM Tuesday to noon 
  CST Wednesday. For the High Rip Current Risk, from Tuesday 
  morning through Wednesday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Breaking waves can sweep people off jetties and 
  docks, and into dangerous seas. Life-threatening swimming 
  conditions and significant beach erosion can be expected. Rip 
  currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into 
  deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Everyone should remain out of the water due to life-threatening
surf and rip current conditions. Stay off of jetties, piers, and 
other waterside infrastructure.

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.

&&

$$

ALZ263-264-241745-
/O.NEW.KMOB.CF.Y.0001.230125T0300Z-230125T1500Z/
Mobile Central-Baldwin Central-
338 AM CST Tue Jan 24 2023

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO
9 AM CST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Minor coastal flooding expected.

* WHERE...Mobile Central and Baldwin Central Counties.

* WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 9 AM CST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only 
  isolated road closures expected.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Minor coastal flooding is expected late
  tonight into early Wednesday morning, especially around times of
  high tide. This includes flood prone areas along the I-10 
  Bayway and U.S. Highway 90 Causeway, in addition to other low 
  lying areas along the shoreline prone to coastal flooding. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.

&&

$$
322 
WHUS44 KMOB 241123 AAA
CFWMOB

Coastal Hazard Message...UPDATED
National Weather Service Mobile AL
523 AM CST Tue Jan 24 2023

ALZ265-266-242000-
/O.EXT.KMOB.RP.S.0005.230124T1800Z-230126T1200Z/
/O.CON.KMOB.SU.W.0001.230125T0300Z-230125T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMOB.CF.Y.0001.230125T0300Z-230125T1500Z/
Mobile Coastal-Baldwin Coastal-
523 AM CST Tue Jan 24 2023

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT FROM NOON CST TODAY
THROUGH LATE WEDNESDAY NIGHT...
...HIGH SURF WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO
NOON CST WEDNESDAY...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS
EVENING TO 9 AM CST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Warning, dangerously large breaking 
  waves of 6 to 9 feet expected in the surf zone. For the 
  Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding expected. For 
  the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents expected.

* WHERE...Mobile Coastal and Baldwin Coastal Counties.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Warning, from 9 PM this evening to 
  noon CST Wednesday. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 9 PM 
  this evening to 9 AM CST Wednesday. For the High Rip Current 
  Risk, from noon CST today through late Wednesday night.

* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only 
  isolated road closures expected. Breaking waves can sweep 
  people off jetties and docks, and into dangerous seas. Life- 
  threatening swimming conditions and significant beach erosion 
  can be expected. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers 
  away from shore into deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.

Everyone should remain out of the water due to life-threatening
surf conditions. Stay off of jetties, piers, and other waterside
infrastructure.

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.

&&

$$

FLZ202-204-206-242000-
/O.EXT.KMOB.RP.S.0005.230124T1800Z-230126T1200Z/
/O.CON.KMOB.SU.W.0001.230125T0300Z-230125T1800Z/
Escambia Coastal-Santa Rosa Coastal-Okaloosa Coastal-
523 AM CST Tue Jan 24 2023

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT FROM NOON CST TODAY
THROUGH LATE WEDNESDAY NIGHT...
...HIGH SURF WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO
NOON CST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Warning, dangerously large breaking 
  waves of 6 to 9 feet expected in the surf zone. For the High 
  Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents expected.

* WHERE...In Florida, Escambia Coastal, Santa Rosa Coastal and 
  Okaloosa Coastal Counties.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Warning, from 9 PM this evening to 
  noon CST Wednesday. For the High Rip Current Risk, from noon 
  CST today through late Wednesday night.

* IMPACTS...Breaking waves can sweep people off jetties and 
  docks, and into dangerous seas. Life-threatening swimming 
  conditions and significant beach erosion can be expected. Rip 
  currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into 
  deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Everyone should remain out of the water due to life-threatening
surf conditions. Stay off of jetties, piers, and other waterside
infrastructure.

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.

&&

$$

ALZ263-264-242000-
/O.CON.KMOB.CF.Y.0001.230125T0300Z-230125T1500Z/
Mobile Central-Baldwin Central-
523 AM CST Tue Jan 24 2023

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS
EVENING TO 9 AM CST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Minor coastal flooding expected.

* WHERE...Mobile Central and Baldwin Central Counties.

* WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 9 AM CST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only 
  isolated road closures expected.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Minor coastal flooding is expected late
  tonight into early Wednesday morning, especially around times of
  high tide. This includes flood prone areas along the I-10 
  Bayway and U.S. Highway 90 Causeway, in addition to other low 
  lying areas along the shoreline prone to coastal flooding. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.

&&

$$
288 
WHUS44 KMOB 241721
CFWMOB

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Mobile AL
1121 AM CST Tue Jan 24 2023

ALZ265-266-250300-
/O.CON.KMOB.SU.W.0001.230125T0300Z-230125T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMOB.CF.Y.0001.230125T0300Z-230125T1500Z/
/O.CON.KMOB.RP.S.0005.230124T1800Z-230126T1200Z/
Mobile Coastal-Baldwin Coastal-
1121 AM CST Tue Jan 24 2023

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE WEDNESDAY
NIGHT...
...HIGH SURF WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO
NOON CST WEDNESDAY...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS
EVENING TO 9 AM CST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Warning, dangerously large breaking
  waves of 6 to 9 feet expected in the surf zone. For the Coastal
  Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding expected. For the High 
  Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents expected.

* WHERE...Mobile Coastal and Baldwin Coastal Counties.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Warning, from 9 PM this evening to 
  noon CST Wednesday. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 9 PM 
  this evening to 9 AM CST Wednesday. For the High Rip Current 
  Risk, through late Wednesday night.

* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only 
  isolated road closures expected. Breaking waves can sweep 
  people off jetties and docks, and into dangerous seas. Life-
  threatening swimming conditions and significant beach erosion 
  can be expected. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers 
  away from shore into deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.

Everyone should remain out of the water due to life-threatening
surf conditions. Stay off of jetties, piers, and other waterside
infrastructure.

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.

&&

$$

FLZ202-204-206-250300-
/O.CON.KMOB.SU.W.0001.230125T0300Z-230125T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMOB.RP.S.0005.230124T1800Z-230126T1200Z/
Escambia Coastal-Santa Rosa Coastal-Okaloosa Coastal-
1121 AM CST Tue Jan 24 2023

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE WEDNESDAY
NIGHT...
...HIGH SURF WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO
NOON CST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Warning, dangerously large breaking
  waves of 6 to 9 feet expected in the surf zone. For the High 
  Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents expected.

* WHERE...Escambia Coastal, Santa Rosa Coastal and Okaloosa 
  Coastal Counties.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Warning, from 9 PM this evening to 
  noon CST Wednesday. For the High Rip Current Risk, through 
  late Wednesday night.

* IMPACTS...Breaking waves can sweep people off jetties and 
  docks, and into dangerous seas. Life-threatening swimming 
  conditions and significant beach erosion can be expected. Rip 
  currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into 
  deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Everyone should remain out of the water due to life-threatening
surf conditions. Stay off of jetties, piers, and other waterside
infrastructure.

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.

&&

$$

ALZ263-264-250300-
/O.CON.KMOB.CF.Y.0001.230125T0300Z-230125T1500Z/
Mobile Central-Baldwin Central-
1121 AM CST Tue Jan 24 2023

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS
EVENING TO 9 AM CST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Minor coastal flooding expected.

* WHERE...Mobile Central and Baldwin Central Counties.

* WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 9 AM CST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only 
  isolated road closures expected.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Minor coastal flooding is expected late
  tonight into early Wednesday morning, especially around times of
  high tide. This includes flood prone areas along the I-10 
  Bayway and U.S. Highway 90 Causeway, in addition to other low 
  lying areas along the shoreline prone to coastal flooding.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.

&&

$$
038 
WHUS44 KMOB 250240
CFWMOB

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Mobile AL
840 PM CST Tue Jan 24 2023

ALZ265-266-251045-
/O.CON.KMOB.SU.W.0001.230125T0300Z-230125T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMOB.CF.Y.0001.230125T0300Z-230125T1500Z/
/O.CON.KMOB.RP.S.0005.000000T0000Z-230126T1200Z/
Mobile Coastal-Baldwin Coastal-
840 PM CST Tue Jan 24 2023

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE WEDNESDAY
NIGHT...
...HIGH SURF WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST WEDNESDAY...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Warning, dangerously large breaking 
  waves of 6 to 9 feet expected in the surf zone. For the 
  Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding expected. For 
  the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.

* WHERE...Mobile Coastal and Baldwin Coastal Counties.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Warning, until noon CST Wednesday. 
  For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 9 AM CST Wednesday. For 
  the High Rip Current Risk, through late Wednesday night.

* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only 
  isolated road closures expected. Breaking waves can sweep 
  people off jetties and docks, and into dangerous seas. Life-
  threatening swimming conditions and significant beach erosion 
  can be expected. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers 
  away from shore into deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.

Everyone should remain out of the water due to life-threatening
surf conditions. Stay off of jetties, piers, and other waterside
infrastructure.

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.

&&

$$

FLZ202-204-206-251045-
/O.CON.KMOB.SU.W.0001.230125T0300Z-230125T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMOB.RP.S.0005.000000T0000Z-230126T1200Z/
Escambia Coastal-Santa Rosa Coastal-Okaloosa Coastal-
840 PM CST Tue Jan 24 2023

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE WEDNESDAY
NIGHT...
...HIGH SURF WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Warning, dangerously large breaking 
  waves of 6 to 9 feet expected in the surf zone. For the High 
  Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.

* WHERE...Escambia Coastal, Santa Rosa Coastal and Okaloosa 
  Coastal Counties.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Warning, until noon CST Wednesday. 
  For the High Rip Current Risk, through late Wednesday night.

* IMPACTS...Breaking waves can sweep people off jetties and 
  docks, and into dangerous seas. Life-threatening swimming 
  conditions and significant beach erosion can be expected. Rip 
  currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into 
  deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Everyone should remain out of the water due to life-threatening
surf conditions. Stay off of jetties, piers, and other waterside
infrastructure.

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.

&&

$$

ALZ263-264-251045-
/O.CON.KMOB.CF.Y.0001.230125T0300Z-230125T1500Z/
Mobile Central-Baldwin Central-
840 PM CST Tue Jan 24 2023

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Minor coastal flooding expected.

* WHERE...Mobile Central and Baldwin Central Counties.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM CST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only 
  isolated road closures expected.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.

&&

$$
990 
WHUS44 KMOB 250931
CFWMOB

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Mobile AL
331 AM CST Wed Jan 25 2023

ALZ265-266-251745-
/O.EXT.KMOB.CF.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-230125T1200Z/
/O.CON.KMOB.SU.W.0001.000000T0000Z-230125T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMOB.RP.S.0005.000000T0000Z-230126T1200Z/
Mobile Coastal-Baldwin Coastal-
331 AM CST Wed Jan 25 2023

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST EARLY THIS
MORNING...
...HIGH SURF WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE TONIGHT...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Warning, dangerously large breaking 
  waves of 3 to 7 feet in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood 
  Advisory, minor coastal flooding. For the High Rip Current 
  Risk, dangerous rip currents.

* WHERE...Mobile Coastal and Baldwin Coastal Counties.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Warning, until noon CST today. For 
  the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 6 AM CST early this morning. 
  For the High Rip Current Risk, through late tonight.

* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only 
  isolated road closures expected. Breaking waves can sweep 
  people off jetties and docks, and into dangerous seas. Life-
  threatening swimming conditions and significant beach erosion 
  can be expected. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers 
  away from shore into deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.

Everyone should remain out of the water due to life-threatening
surf conditions. Stay off of jetties, piers, and other waterside
infrastructure.

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.

&&

$$

FLZ202-204-206-251745-
/O.CON.KMOB.SU.W.0001.000000T0000Z-230125T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMOB.RP.S.0005.000000T0000Z-230126T1200Z/
Escambia Coastal-Santa Rosa Coastal-Okaloosa Coastal-
331 AM CST Wed Jan 25 2023

...HIGH SURF WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE TONIGHT...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Warning, dangerously large breaking 
  waves of 3 to 7 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip 
  Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.

* WHERE...Escambia Coastal, Santa Rosa Coastal and Okaloosa 
  Coastal Counties.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Warning, until noon CST today. For 
  the High Rip Current Risk, through late tonight.

* IMPACTS...Breaking waves can sweep people off jetties and 
  docks, and into dangerous seas. Life-threatening swimming 
  conditions and significant beach erosion can be expected. Rip 
  currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into 
  deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Everyone should remain out of the water due to life-threatening
surf conditions. Stay off of jetties, piers, and other waterside
infrastructure.

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.

&&

$$

ALZ263-264-251200-
/O.EXT.KMOB.CF.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-230125T1200Z/
Mobile Central-Baldwin Central-
331 AM CST Wed Jan 25 2023

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST EARLY THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Minor coastal flooding.

* WHERE...Mobile Central and Baldwin Central Counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM CST early this morning.

* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only 
  isolated road closures expected.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.

&&

$$
788 
WHUS44 KMOB 251159
CFWMOB

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Mobile AL
559 AM CST Wed Jan 25 2023

ALZ265-266-252000-
/O.CAN.KMOB.CF.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-230125T1200Z/
/O.CON.KMOB.SU.W.0001.000000T0000Z-230125T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMOB.RP.S.0005.000000T0000Z-230126T1200Z/
Mobile Coastal-Baldwin Coastal-
559 AM CST Wed Jan 25 2023

...HIGH SURF WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE TONIGHT...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Warning, dangerously large breaking
  waves of 6 to 9 feet in the surf zone early this morning. Surf
  should subside to 4 to 6 feet this afternoon and evening and the
  High Surf Warning may be replaced with a High Surf Advisory. 
  For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.

* WHERE...Mobile Coastal and Baldwin Coastal Counties.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Warning, until noon CST today. For 
  the High Rip Current Risk, through late tonight.

* IMPACTS...Breaking waves can sweep people off jetties and 
  docks, and into dangerous seas. Life- threatening swimming 
  conditions and significant beach erosion can be expected. Rip 
  currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into 
  deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Everyone should remain out of the water due to life-threatening
surf conditions. Stay off of jetties, piers, and other waterside
infrastructure.

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.

&&

$$

ALZ263-264-251300-
/O.CAN.KMOB.CF.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-230125T1200Z/
Mobile Central-Baldwin Central-
559 AM CST Wed Jan 25 2023

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Minor coastal flooding is ending. 

$$

FLZ202-204-206-252000-
/O.CON.KMOB.SU.W.0001.000000T0000Z-230125T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMOB.RP.S.0005.000000T0000Z-230126T1200Z/
Escambia Coastal-Santa Rosa Coastal-Okaloosa Coastal-
559 AM CST Wed Jan 25 2023

...HIGH SURF WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE TONIGHT...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Warning, dangerously large breaking
  waves of 6 to 9 feet in the surf zone early this morning. Surf
  should subside to 4 to 6 feet this afternoon and evening and the
  High Surf Warning may be replaced with a High Surf Advisory. 
  For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.

* WHERE...Escambia Coastal, Santa Rosa Coastal and Okaloosa 
  Coastal Counties.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Warning, until noon CST today. For 
  the High Rip Current Risk, through late tonight.

* IMPACTS...Breaking waves can sweep people off jetties and 
  docks, and into dangerous seas. Life- threatening swimming 
  conditions and significant beach erosion can be expected. Rip 
  currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into 
  deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Everyone should remain out of the water due to life-threatening
surf conditions. Stay off of jetties, piers, and other waterside
infrastructure.

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.

&&

$$
312 
WHUS44 KMOB 251449
CFWMOB

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Mobile AL
849 AM CST Wed Jan 25 2023

ALZ265-266-FLZ202-204-206-260400-
/O.CAN.KMOB.SU.W.0001.000000T0000Z-230125T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KMOB.SU.Y.0003.230125T1449Z-230126T0400Z/
/O.CON.KMOB.RP.S.0005.000000T0000Z-230126T1200Z/
Mobile Coastal-Baldwin Coastal-Escambia Coastal-
Santa Rosa Coastal-Okaloosa Coastal-
849 AM CST Wed Jan 25 2023

...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM CST THIS EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE TONIGHT...
...HIGH SURF WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 4 to
  6 feet in the surf zone through early tonight. For the High Rip
  Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.

* WHERE...In Alabama, Mobile Coastal and Baldwin Coastal 
  Counties. In Florida, Escambia Coastal, Santa Rosa Coastal and 
  Okaloosa Coastal Counties.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 10 PM CST this 
  evening. 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.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Surf heights have begun to gradually
  subside and have dropped to below warning criteria allowing the
  High Surf Warning to be cancelled. However, surf heights remain
  within advisory criteria through early tonight. 

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.

&&

$$
129 
WHUS44 KMOB 260343
CFWMOB

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Mobile AL
943 PM CST Wed Jan 25 2023

ALZ265-266-FLZ202-204-206-261145-
/O.CAN.KMOB.SU.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-230126T0400Z/
/O.CON.KMOB.RP.S.0005.000000T0000Z-230126T1200Z/
Mobile Coastal-Baldwin Coastal-Escambia Coastal-
Santa Rosa Coastal-Okaloosa Coastal-
943 PM CST Wed Jan 25 2023

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST
THURSDAY...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents.

* WHERE...In Alabama, Mobile Coastal and Baldwin Coastal 
  Counties. In Florida, Escambia Coastal, Santa Rosa Coastal and 
  Okaloosa Coastal Counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM CST 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.

&&

$$

The office that day

Everything else NWS Mobile, AL issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Jan 23, 1:43 PM CSTHigh Surf WarningMOBEscambia, Okaloosa, Santa Rosa43 hr
Jan 23, 1:49 PM CSTHigh Wind WatchMOBEscambia, Okaloosa, Santa Rosa21 hr
Jan 23, 1:24 PM CSTRiver Flood WarningMOBClarke, Washington33 days
Jan 23, 1:24 PM CSTRiver Flood WarningMOBChoctaw, Clarke, Washington47 hr
Jan 23, 1:37 PM CSTSmall Craft AdvisoryMOB28 hr
Jan 23, 1:37 PM CSTSmall Craft AdvisoryMOB64 hr
Jan 23, 1:37 PM CSTStorm WatchMOB14 hr

Nearby

Rip Current Statements in Florida, 2023Rip Current Statements in Alabama, 2023Every rip current statement in 2023

Sources

The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.