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Rip Current Statement 13, NWS Charleston, SC
NWS Charleston, SC issued this rip current statement at Sep 13, 2024, 3:41 PM EDT. It took effect at Sep 14, 2024, 8:00 AM EDT. It was in force for 4 days.
The area
The counties it named.
The facts
- Issued
- Sep 13, 2024, 3:41 PM EDT (19:41 UTC)
- In effect from
- Sep 14, 2024, 8:00 AM EDT
- Expired
- Sep 17, 2024, 8:00 PM EDT
- In force
- 4 days
- Issued by
- NWS Charleston, SC
The text
As transmitted.
708 WHUS42 KCHS 131941 CFWCHS Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Charleston SC 341 PM EDT Fri Sep 13 2024 SCZ048>051-140345- /O.NEW.KCHS.RP.S.0013.240914T1200Z-240915T0000Z/ Beaufort-Coastal Colleton-Charleston-Coastal Jasper- 341 PM EDT Fri Sep 13 2024 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected. * WHERE...South Carolina Beaches. * WHEN...From Saturday morning through Saturday 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. && $$
31 follow-up statements
305 WHUS42 KCHS 132309 CFWCHS Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Charleston SC 709 PM EDT Fri Sep 13 2024 SCZ048>051-140715- /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.240914T1200Z-240915T0000Z/ Beaufort-Coastal Colleton-Charleston-Coastal Jasper- 709 PM EDT Fri Sep 13 2024 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected. * WHERE...South Carolina Beaches. * WHEN...From Saturday morning through Saturday evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$
212 WHUS42 KCHS 140211 CFWCHS Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Charleston SC 1011 PM EDT Fri Sep 13 2024 SCZ048>051-141015- /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.240914T1200Z-240915T0000Z/ Beaufort-Coastal Colleton-Charleston-Coastal Jasper- 1011 PM EDT Fri Sep 13 2024 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM EDT SATURDAY THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected. * WHERE...South Carolina Beaches. * WHEN...From 8 AM EDT Saturday through Saturday 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. && $$
388 WHUS42 KCHS 140422 CFWCHS Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Charleston SC 1222 AM EDT Sat Sep 14 2024 SCZ048>051-141230- /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.240914T1200Z-240915T0000Z/ Beaufort-Coastal Colleton-Charleston-Coastal Jasper- 1222 AM EDT Sat Sep 14 2024 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM EDT THIS MORNING THROUGH THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected. * WHERE...South Carolina Beaches. * WHEN...From 8 AM EDT Saturday through Saturday evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$
158 WHUS42 KCHS 140701 CFWCHS Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Charleston SC 301 AM EDT Sat Sep 14 2024 GAZ117-119-139-141-141515- /O.EXA.KCHS.RP.S.0013.240914T1200Z-240915T0000Z/ Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh- 301 AM EDT Sat Sep 14 2024 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM EDT THIS MORNING THROUGH THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected. * WHERE...Georgia Beaches. * WHEN...From 8 AM EDT Saturday through Saturday 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. && $$ SCZ048>051-141515- /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.240914T1200Z-240915T0000Z/ Beaufort-Coastal Colleton-Charleston-Coastal Jasper- 301 AM EDT Sat Sep 14 2024 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM EDT THIS MORNING THROUGH THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected. * WHERE...South Carolina Beaches. * WHEN...From 8 AM EDT Saturday through Saturday evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$
986 WHUS42 KCHS 141047 CFWCHS Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Charleston SC 647 AM EDT Sat Sep 14 2024 GAZ117-119-139-141-SCZ048>051-141900- /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.240914T1200Z-240915T0000Z/ Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh- Beaufort-Coastal Colleton-Charleston-Coastal Jasper- 647 AM EDT Sat Sep 14 2024 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected. * WHERE...South Carolina and Georgia Beaches. * WHEN...From 8 AM EDT Saturday through Saturday 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. && $$
446 WHUS42 KCHS 141629 CFWCHS Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Charleston SC 1229 PM EDT Sat Sep 14 2024 GAZ117-119-139-141-SCZ048>051-150000- /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240915T0000Z/ Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh- Beaufort-Coastal Colleton-Charleston-Coastal Jasper- 1229 PM EDT Sat Sep 14 2024 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...South Carolina Beaches, and Georgia Beaches. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$
582
WHUS42 KCHS 141932
CFWCHS
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Charleston SC
332 PM EDT Sat Sep 14 2024
SCZ049-050-150345-
/O.NEW.KCHS.CF.Y.0026.240914T2000Z-240914T2300Z/
/O.NEW.KCHS.SU.Y.0007.240915T1200Z-240916T1200Z/
/O.EXT.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240916T0000Z/
Coastal Colleton-Charleston-
332 PM EDT Sat Sep 14 2024
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM SUNDAY TO 8 AM EDT
MONDAY...
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of
inundation above ground level expected along shorelines and
tidal waterways (7.0 to 7.2 feet Mean Lower Low Water at
Charleston). For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of
3 to 5 feet expected in the surf zone.
* WHERE...Coastal Colleton and Charleston Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, through Sunday evening.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 7 PM EDT this evening.
For the High Surf Advisory, from 8 AM Sunday to 8 AM EDT
Monday.
* IMPACTS...This will result in some roads becoming impassable
and minor flooding of properties. 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...High tide will occur around 5:35 PM today
at Charleston. Saltwater inundation will be possible 1 to 2
hours before and after high tide.
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.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
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.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Charleston Harbor SC
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 7.5 ft, Major 8.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.2 ft, Moderate 1.7 ft, Major 2.2 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
14/06 PM 7.1 1.3 0.9 N/A Minor
15/06 AM 6.7 0.9 1.3 N/A None
15/07 PM 7.6 1.8 1.2 N/A Moderate
16/06 AM 6.9 1.1 1.2 N/A None
16/07 PM 7.4 1.6 0.7 N/A Minor
17/07 AM 7.1 1.3 1.0 N/A Minor
&&
$$
SCZ048-051-150345-
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/O.EXT.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240916T0000Z/
Beaufort-Coastal Jasper-
332 PM EDT Sat Sep 14 2024
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM SUNDAY TO 8 AM EDT
MONDAY...
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 3 to 5 feet
expected in the surf zone.
* WHERE...Beaufort and Coastal Jasper Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, through Sunday evening.
For the High Surf Advisory, from 8 AM Sunday to 8 AM EDT
Monday.
* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and
localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best
swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
$$
GAZ117-119-139-141-150345-
/O.EXT.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240916T0000Z/
Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh-
332 PM EDT Sat Sep 14 2024
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING...
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...Georgia Beaches.
* WHEN...Through Sunday 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.
&&
$$276 WHUS42 KCHS 142259 CFWCHS Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Charleston SC 659 PM EDT Sat Sep 14 2024 SCZ049-050-150700- /O.EXP.KCHS.CF.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-240914T2300Z/ /O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0007.240915T1200Z-240916T1200Z/ /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240916T0000Z/ Coastal Colleton-Charleston- 659 PM EDT Sat Sep 14 2024 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING... ...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM SUNDAY TO 8 AM EDT MONDAY... ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 7 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 4 to 6 feet expected in the surf zone. * WHERE...Coastal Colleton and Charleston Counties. * WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, through Sunday evening. For the High Surf Advisory, from 8 AM Sunday to 8 AM EDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions. Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$ SCZ048-051-150700- /O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0007.240915T1200Z-240916T1200Z/ /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240916T0000Z/ Beaufort-Coastal Jasper- 659 PM EDT Sat Sep 14 2024 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING... ...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM SUNDAY TO 8 AM EDT MONDAY... * WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 4 to 6 feet expected in the surf zone. * WHERE...Beaufort and Coastal Jasper Counties. * WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, through Sunday evening. For the High Surf Advisory, from 8 AM Sunday to 8 AM EDT Monday. * 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. && $$ GAZ117-119-139-141-150700- /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240916T0000Z/ Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh- 659 PM EDT Sat Sep 14 2024 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Georgia Beaches. * WHEN...Through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$
373 WHUS42 KCHS 150245 CFWCHS Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Charleston SC 1045 PM EDT Sat Sep 14 2024 SCZ048>051-151045- /O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0007.240915T1200Z-240916T1200Z/ /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240916T0000Z/ Beaufort-Coastal Colleton-Charleston-Coastal Jasper- 1045 PM EDT Sat Sep 14 2024 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING... ...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM SUNDAY TO 8 AM EDT MONDAY... * WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 4 to 6 feet expected in the surf zone. * WHERE...South Carolina Beaches. * WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, through Sunday evening. For the High Surf Advisory, from 8 AM Sunday to 8 AM EDT Monday. * 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. && $$ GAZ117-119-139-141-151045- /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240916T0000Z/ Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh- 1045 PM EDT Sat Sep 14 2024 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Georgia Beaches. * WHEN...Through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$
454 WHUS42 KCHS 150530 CFWCHS Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Charleston SC 130 AM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024 SCZ048>051-151330- /O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0007.240915T1200Z-240916T1200Z/ /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240916T0000Z/ Beaufort-Coastal Colleton-Charleston-Coastal Jasper- 130 AM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING... ...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM THIS MORNING TO 8 AM EDT MONDAY... * WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 4 to 6 feet expected in the surf zone. * WHERE...South Carolina Beaches. * WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, through this evening. For the High Surf Advisory, from 8 AM this morning to 8 AM EDT Monday. * 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. && $$ GAZ117-119-139-141-151330- /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240916T0000Z/ Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh- 130 AM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Georgia Beaches. * WHEN...Through this evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$
032 WHUS42 KCHS 150740 CFWCHS Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Charleston SC 340 AM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024 SCZ048>051-151545- /O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0007.240915T1200Z-240916T1200Z/ /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240916T0000Z/ Beaufort-Coastal Colleton-Charleston-Coastal Jasper- 340 AM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING... ...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM THIS MORNING TO 8 AM EDT MONDAY... * WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 4 to 6 feet expected in the surf zone. * WHERE...South Carolina Beaches. * WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, through this evening. For the High Surf Advisory, from 8 AM this morning to 8 AM EDT Monday. * 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. && $$ GAZ117-119-139-141-151545- /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240916T0000Z/ Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh- 340 AM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Georgia Beaches. * WHEN...Through this evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$
254 WHUS42 KCHS 151124 CFWCHS Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Charleston SC 724 AM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024 SCZ048>051-151930- /O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0007.240915T1200Z-240916T1200Z/ /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240916T0000Z/ Beaufort-Coastal Colleton-Charleston-Coastal Jasper- 724 AM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING... ...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT MONDAY... * WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 4 to 6 feet expected in the surf zone. * WHERE...South Carolina Beaches. * WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, through this evening. For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Monday. * 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. && $$ GAZ117-119-139-141-151930- /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240916T0000Z/ Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh- 724 AM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Georgia Beaches. * WHEN...Through this evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$
139 WHUS42 KCHS 151650 CFWCHS Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Charleston SC 1250 PM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024 SCZ048>051-160100- /O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-240916T1200Z/ /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240916T0000Z/ Beaufort-Coastal Colleton-Charleston-Coastal Jasper- 1250 PM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024 ...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT MONDAY... ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 4 to 5 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...South Carolina Beaches. * WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Monday. For the High Rip Current Risk, until 8 PM EDT this 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. && $$ GAZ117-119-139-141-160000- /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240916T0000Z/ Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh- 1250 PM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Georgia Beaches. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$
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WHUS42 KCHS 151954
CFWCHS
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Charleston SC
354 PM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024
SCZ048-051-160400-
/O.NEW.KCHS.CF.Y.0027.240915T2100Z-240916T0000Z/
/O.EXT.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240917T0000Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-240916T1200Z/
Beaufort-Coastal Jasper-
354 PM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT MONDAY...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 3 to 5 feet
in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one
half foot of inundation above ground level expected along
shorelines and tidal waterways (9.5 to 9.7 feet Mean Lower Low
Water at Fort Pulaski).
* WHERE...Beaufort and Coastal Jasper Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, through Monday evening.
For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Monday. For the
Coastal Flood Advisory, until 8 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Saltwater inundation will impact some roads.
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...High tide will occur around 6:38 PM today
at Fort Pulaski. Saltwater inundation will be possible 1 to 2
hours before and after high tide.
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.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
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.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Fort Pulaski GA
MLLW Categories - Minor 9.5 ft, Moderate 10.0 ft, Major 10.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 2.0 ft, Moderate 2.5 ft, Major 3.0 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
15/07 PM 9.6 2.1 1.4 N/A Minor
16/07 AM 9.1 1.6 1.4 N/A None
16/07 PM 9.4 1.9 0.9 N/A None
17/08 AM 9.2 1.7 0.9 N/A None
17/08 PM 9.3 1.8 0.6 N/A None
&&
$$
SCZ049-050-160400-
/O.NEW.KCHS.CF.Y.0027.240915T2100Z-240916T0000Z/
/O.EXT.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240917T0000Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-240916T1200Z/
Coastal Colleton-Charleston-
354 PM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT MONDAY...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 3 to 5 feet
in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one
foot of inundation above ground level expected along shorelines
and tidal waterways (7.6 to 7.8 feet Mean Lower Low Water at
Charleston).
* WHERE...Coastal Colleton and Charleston Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, through Monday evening.
For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Monday. For the
Coastal Flood Advisory, until 8 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...This will result in some roads becoming impassable
and minor flooding of properties. 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...High tide will occur around 6:31 PM today
at Charleston. Saltwater inundation will be possible 1 to 2
hours before and after high tide.
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.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
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.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Charleston Harbor SC
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 7.5 ft, Major 8.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.2 ft, Moderate 1.7 ft, Major 2.2 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
15/07 PM 7.7 1.9 1.3 N/A Moderate
16/07 AM 7.0 1.2 1.2 N/A Minor
16/07 PM 7.5 1.7 0.8 N/A Moderate
17/07 AM 7.0 1.2 0.9 N/A Minor
17/08 PM 7.2 1.4 0.4 N/A Minor
&&
$$
GAZ117-119-139-141-160400-
/O.NEW.KCHS.CF.Y.0027.240915T2100Z-240916T0000Z/
/O.EXT.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240917T0000Z/
Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh-
354 PM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of
inundation above ground level expected along shorelines and
tidal waterways (9.5 to 9.7 feet Mean Lower Low Water at Fort
Pulaski).
* WHERE...Coastal Bryan, Coastal Chatham, Coastal Liberty and
Coastal McIntosh Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, through Monday evening.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 8 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Saltwater inundation will impact some roads. Rip
currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into
deeper water.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High tide will occur around 6:38 PM today
at Fort Pulaski. Saltwater inundation will be possible 1 to 2
hours before and after high tide.
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.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
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.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Fort Pulaski GA
MLLW Categories - Minor 9.5 ft, Moderate 10.0 ft, Major 10.5 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 2.0 ft, Moderate 2.5 ft, Major 3.0 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
15/07 PM 9.6 2.1 1.4 N/A Minor
16/07 AM 9.1 1.6 1.4 N/A None
16/07 PM 9.4 1.9 0.9 N/A None
17/08 AM 9.2 1.7 0.9 N/A None
17/08 PM 9.3 1.8 0.6 N/A None
&&
$$331
WHUS42 KCHS 152359
CFWCHS
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Charleston SC
759 PM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024
SCZ048-051-160800-
/O.EXP.KCHS.CF.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-240916T0000Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-240916T1200Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240917T0000Z/
Beaufort-Coastal Jasper-
759 PM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT MONDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH MONDAY
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 3 to
5 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk,
dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...Beaufort and Coastal Jasper Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Monday. For
the High Rip Current Risk, through Monday evening.
* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and
localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best
swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
$$
GAZ117-119-139-141-160800-
/O.EXP.KCHS.CF.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-240916T0000Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240917T0000Z/
Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh-
759 PM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH MONDAY
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...Georgia Beaches.
* WHEN...Through Monday 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.
&&
$$
SCZ049-050-160800-
/O.EXT.KCHS.CF.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-240916T0100Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-240916T1200Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240917T0000Z/
Coastal Colleton-Charleston-
759 PM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT MONDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH MONDAY
EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of
inundation above ground level along shorelines and tidal
waterways (7.2 to 7.4 feet Mean Lower Low Water at Charleston).
For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 3 to 5 feet
in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip
currents.
* WHERE...Coastal Colleton and Charleston Counties.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 9 PM EDT this
evening. For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Monday.
For the High Rip Current Risk, through Monday evening.
* IMPACTS...This will result in some roads becoming impassable
and minor flooding of properties. 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...High tide occurred around 6:31 PM today at
Charleston. Saltwater inundation will be possible 1 to 2 hours
before and after high tide.
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.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
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.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Charleston Harbor SC
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 7.5 ft, Major 8.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.2 ft, Moderate 1.7 ft, Major 2.2 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
15/07 PM 7.7 1.9 1.3 N/A Moderate
16/07 AM 7.0 1.2 1.2 N/A Minor
16/07 PM 7.5 1.7 0.8 N/A Moderate
17/07 AM 7.0 1.2 0.9 N/A Minor
17/08 PM 7.2 1.4 0.4 N/A Minor
&&
$$791 WHUS42 KCHS 160059 CFWCHS Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Charleston SC 859 PM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024 SCZ049-050-160900- /O.EXP.KCHS.CF.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-240916T0100Z/ /O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-240916T1200Z/ /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240917T0000Z/ Coastal Colleton-Charleston- 859 PM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024 ...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT MONDAY... ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH MONDAY EVENING... ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 9 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 3 to 5 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Coastal Colleton and Charleston Counties. * WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Monday. For the High Rip Current Risk, through Monday 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. && $$ SCZ048-051-160900- /O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-240916T1200Z/ /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240917T0000Z/ Beaufort-Coastal Jasper- 859 PM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024 ...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT MONDAY... ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH MONDAY EVENING... * WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 3 to 5 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Beaufort and Coastal Jasper Counties. * WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Monday. For the High Rip Current Risk, through Monday evening. * IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions. Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$ GAZ117-119-139-141-160900- /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240917T0000Z/ Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh- 859 PM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH MONDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Georgia Beaches. * WHEN...Through Monday 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. && $$
403 WHUS42 KCHS 160314 CFWCHS Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Charleston SC 1114 PM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024 SCZ048>051-161115- /O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-240916T1200Z/ /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240917T0000Z/ Beaufort-Coastal Colleton-Charleston-Coastal Jasper- 1114 PM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024 ...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT MONDAY... ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH MONDAY EVENING... * WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 3 to 5 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...South Carolina Beaches. * WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT Monday. For the High Rip Current Risk, through Monday evening. * IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions. Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$ GAZ117-119-139-141-161115- /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240917T0000Z/ Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh- 1114 PM EDT Sun Sep 15 2024 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH MONDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Georgia Beaches. * WHEN...Through Monday 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. && $$
164 WHUS42 KCHS 160722 CFWCHS Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Charleston SC 322 AM EDT Mon Sep 16 2024 SCZ048>051-161530- /O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-240916T1200Z/ /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240917T0000Z/ Beaufort-Coastal Colleton-Charleston-Coastal Jasper- 322 AM EDT Mon Sep 16 2024 ...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT THIS MORNING... ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING... * WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of up to to 5 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...South Carolina Beaches. * WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT this morning. For the High Rip Current Risk, through this evening. * IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions. Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$ GAZ117-119-139-141-161530- /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240917T0000Z/ Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh- 322 AM EDT Mon Sep 16 2024 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Georgia Beaches. * WHEN...Through this 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. && $$
973
WHUS42 KCHS 160809
CFWCHS
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Charleston SC
409 AM EDT Mon Sep 16 2024
SCZ049-050-161615-
/O.NEW.KCHS.CF.Y.0028.240916T0900Z-240916T1300Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-240916T1200Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240917T0000Z/
Coastal Colleton-Charleston-
409 AM EDT Mon Sep 16 2024
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM EDT THIS MORNING...
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of up to 5
feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous
rip currents. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half
foot of inundation above ground level expected along shorelines
and tidal waterways (7.0 to 7.2 feet Mean Lower Low Water at
Charleston).
* WHERE...Coastal Colleton and Charleston Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT this
morning. For the High Rip Current Risk, through this evening.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 9 AM EDT this morning.
* IMPACTS...This could result in some roads becoming impassable.
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...High tide will occur around 7:00 AM this
morning at Charleston. Saltwater inundation will be possible 1
to 2 hours before and after high tide.
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.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
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.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Charleston Harbor SC
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 7.5 ft, Major 8.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.2 ft, Moderate 1.7 ft, Major 2.2 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
16/07 AM 7.1 1.3 1.1 N/A Minor
16/07 PM 7.0 1.2 0.3 N/A Minor
17/08 AM 6.5 0.7 0.3 N/A None
17/08 PM 7.0 1.2 0.2 N/A Minor
18/09 AM 6.9 1.1 0.3 N/A None
18/09 PM 7.0 1.2 0.3 N/A Minor
&&
$$
SCZ048-051-161615-
/O.CON.KCHS.SU.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-240916T1200Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240917T0000Z/
Beaufort-Coastal Jasper-
409 AM EDT Mon Sep 16 2024
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 2
to 3 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk,
dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...Beaufort and Coastal Jasper Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 AM EDT this
morning. For the High Rip Current Risk, through this 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.
&&
$$
GAZ117-119-139-141-161615-
/O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240917T0000Z/
Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh-
409 AM EDT Mon Sep 16 2024
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...Georgia Beaches.
* WHEN...Through this evening.
* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
$$840 WHUS42 KCHS 161126 CFWCHS Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Charleston SC 726 AM EDT Mon Sep 16 2024 SCZ049-050-161930- /O.CAN.KCHS.CF.Y.0028.000000T0000Z-240916T1300Z/ /O.EXT.KCHS.SU.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-240916T1500Z/ /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240917T0000Z/ Coastal Colleton-Charleston- 726 AM EDT Mon Sep 16 2024 ...HIGH SURF ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EDT THIS MORNING... ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING... ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of up to 5 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Coastal Colleton and Charleston Counties. * WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 11 AM EDT this morning. For the High Rip Current Risk, through this 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. && $$ SCZ048-051-161930- /O.CAN.KCHS.SU.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-240916T1200Z/ /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240917T0000Z/ Beaufort-Coastal Jasper- 726 AM EDT Mon Sep 16 2024 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING... ...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Beaufort and Coastal Jasper Counties. * WHEN...Through this evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$ GAZ117-119-139-141-161930- /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240917T0000Z/ Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh- 726 AM EDT Mon Sep 16 2024 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Georgia Beaches. * WHEN...Through this 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. && $$
776 WHUS42 KCHS 161505 CFWCHS Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Charleston SC 1105 AM EDT Mon Sep 16 2024 SCZ049-050-162315- /O.EXP.KCHS.SU.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-240916T1500Z/ /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240917T0000Z/ Coastal Colleton-Charleston- 1105 AM EDT Mon Sep 16 2024 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... ...HIGH SURF ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Coastal Colleton and Charleston Counties. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$ GAZ117-119-139-141-SCZ048-051-162315- /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240917T0000Z/ Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh- Beaufort-Coastal Jasper- 1105 AM EDT Mon Sep 16 2024 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Georgia Beaches, Beaufort, and Coastal Jasper. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this 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. && $$
032 WHUS42 KCHS 161943 CFWCHS Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Charleston SC 343 PM EDT Mon Sep 16 2024 GAZ117-119-139-141-SCZ048>051-170345- /O.EXT.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240918T0000Z/ Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh- Beaufort-Coastal Colleton-Charleston-Coastal Jasper- 343 PM EDT Mon Sep 16 2024 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH TUESDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...South Carolina Beaches, and Georgia Beaches. * WHEN...Through Tuesday evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$
568
WHUS42 KCHS 162137
CFWCHS
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Charleston SC
537 PM EDT Mon Sep 16 2024
SCZ049-050-170545-
/O.NEW.KCHS.CF.Y.0029.240916T2200Z-240917T0100Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240918T0000Z/
Coastal Colleton-Charleston-
537 PM EDT Mon Sep 16 2024
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH TUESDAY
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of
inundation above ground level expected along shorelines and
tidal waterways (7.0 to 7.2 feet Mean Lower Low Water at
Charleston).
* WHERE...Coastal Colleton and Charleston Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, through Tuesday evening.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 9 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...This could result in some roads becoming impassable.
Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore
into deeper water.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High tide will occur around 7:23 PM this
evening at Charleston. Saltwater inundation will be possible 1
to 2 hours before and after high tide.
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.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
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.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Charleston Harbor SC
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 7.5 ft, Major 8.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.2 ft, Moderate 1.7 ft, Major 2.2 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
16/07 PM 7.1 1.3 0.2 N/A Minor
17/08 AM 6.4 0.6 0.2 N/A None
17/08 PM 6.9 1.1 0.1 N/A None
18/09 AM 6.8 1.0 0.2 N/A None
18/09 PM 6.9 1.1 0.2 N/A None
19/09 AM 6.9 1.1 0.1 N/A None
&&
$$
GAZ117-119-139-141-SCZ048-051-170545-
/O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240918T0000Z/
Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh-
Beaufort-Coastal Jasper-
537 PM EDT Mon Sep 16 2024
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH TUESDAY
EVENING...
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...Georgia Beaches, Beaufort, and Coastal Jasper.
* WHEN...Through Tuesday evening.
* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
$$435 WHUS42 KCHS 170056 CFWCHS Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Charleston SC 856 PM EDT Mon Sep 16 2024 SCZ049-050-170900- /O.EXP.KCHS.CF.Y.0029.000000T0000Z-240917T0100Z/ /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240918T0000Z/ Coastal Colleton-Charleston- 856 PM EDT Mon Sep 16 2024 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH TUESDAY EVENING... ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 9 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Coastal Colleton and Charleston Counties. * WHEN...Through Tuesday 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. && $$ GAZ117-119-139-141-SCZ048-051-170900- /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240918T0000Z/ Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh- Beaufort-Coastal Jasper- 856 PM EDT Mon Sep 16 2024 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH TUESDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Georgia Beaches, Beaufort, and Coastal Jasper. * WHEN...Through Tuesday evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$
627 WHUS42 KCHS 170143 CFWCHS Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Charleston SC 943 PM EDT Mon Sep 16 2024 GAZ117-119-139-141-SCZ048>051-170945- /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240918T0000Z/ Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh- Beaufort-Coastal Colleton-Charleston-Coastal Jasper- 943 PM EDT Mon Sep 16 2024 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH TUESDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...South Carolina Beaches, and Georgia Beaches. * WHEN...Through Tuesday 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. && $$
458 WHUS42 KCHS 170455 CFWCHS Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Charleston SC 1255 AM EDT Tue Sep 17 2024 GAZ117-119-139-141-SCZ048>051-171300- /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240918T0000Z/ Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh- Beaufort-Coastal Colleton-Charleston-Coastal Jasper- 1255 AM EDT Tue Sep 17 2024 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...South Carolina Beaches, and Georgia Beaches. * WHEN...Through this evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$
392 WHUS42 KCHS 170715 CFWCHS Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Charleston SC 315 AM EDT Tue Sep 17 2024 GAZ117-119-139-141-SCZ048>051-171515- /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240918T0000Z/ Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh- Beaufort-Coastal Colleton-Charleston-Coastal Jasper- 315 AM EDT Tue Sep 17 2024 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...South Carolina Beaches, and Georgia Beaches. * WHEN...Through this 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. && $$
128 WHUS42 KCHS 171047 CFWCHS Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Charleston SC 647 AM EDT Tue Sep 17 2024 GAZ117-119-139-141-SCZ048>051-171900- /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240918T0000Z/ Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh- Beaufort-Coastal Colleton-Charleston-Coastal Jasper- 647 AM EDT Tue Sep 17 2024 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...South Carolina Beaches, and Georgia Beaches. * WHEN...Through this evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. && $$
750 WHUS42 KCHS 171405 CFWCHS Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Charleston SC 1005 AM EDT Tue Sep 17 2024 GAZ117-119-139-141-SCZ048>051-172215- /O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240918T0000Z/ Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh- Beaufort-Coastal Colleton-Charleston-Coastal Jasper- 1005 AM EDT Tue Sep 17 2024 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...South Carolina Beaches, and Georgia Beaches. * WHEN...Through this 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. && $$
653
WHUS42 KCHS 171936
CFWCHS
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Charleston SC
336 PM EDT Tue Sep 17 2024
SCZ049-050-180200-
/O.NEW.KCHS.CF.Y.0030.240917T2200Z-240918T0200Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240918T0000Z/
Coastal Colleton-Charleston-
336 PM EDT Tue Sep 17 2024
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of
inundation above ground level expected along shorelines and
tidal waterways (7.2 to 7.4 feet Mean Lower Low Water at
Charleston).
* WHERE...Coastal Colleton and Charleston Counties.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, until 8 PM EDT this
evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 10 PM EDT this
evening.
* IMPACTS...This could result in some roads becoming impassable.
Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore
into deeper water.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High tide will occur around 8:12 PM today
at Charleston. Saltwater inundation will be possible 1 to 2
hours before and after high tide.
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.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
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.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Charleston Harbor SC
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 7.5 ft, Major 8.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.2 ft, Moderate 1.7 ft, Major 2.2 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
17/08 PM 7.3 1.5 0.5 N/A Minor
18/09 AM 6.9 1.1 0.3 N/A None
18/09 PM 7.2 1.4 0.5 N/A Minor
19/09 AM 7.3 1.5 0.5 N/A Minor
19/10 PM 6.9 1.1 0.4 N/A None
20/10 AM 7.4 1.6 0.5 N/A Minor
&&
$$
GAZ117-119-139-141-SCZ048-051-180000-
/O.CON.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240918T0000Z/
Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh-
Beaufort-Coastal Jasper-
336 PM EDT Tue Sep 17 2024
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...Georgia Beaches, Beaufort, and Coastal Jasper.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this 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.
&&
$$646
WHUS42 KCHS 172332
CFWCHS
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Charleston SC
732 PM EDT Tue Sep 17 2024
SCZ049-050-180200-
/O.EXP.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240918T0000Z/
/O.CON.KCHS.CF.Y.0030.000000T0000Z-240918T0200Z/
Coastal Colleton-Charleston-
732 PM EDT Tue Sep 17 2024
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK WILL EXPIRE AT 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level
along shorelines and tidal waterways (7.2 to 7.4 feet Mean
Lower Low Water at Charleston).
* WHERE...Coastal Colleton and Charleston Counties.
* WHEN...Until 10 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...This could result in some roads becoming impassable.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High tide will occur around 8:12 PM today
at Charleston. Saltwater inundation will be possible 1 to 2
hours before and after high tide.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Visit water.weather.gov for additional water level and flood
impact information.
&&
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Charleston Harbor SC
MLLW Categories - Minor 7.0 ft, Moderate 7.5 ft, Major 8.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.2 ft, Moderate 1.7 ft, Major 2.2 ft
Total Total Departure
Day/Time Tide Tide from Norm Waves Flood
ft MLLW ft MHHW ft ft Impact
-------- --------- --------- --------- ------- --------
17/08 PM 7.3 1.5 0.5 N/A Minor
18/09 AM 6.9 1.1 0.3 N/A None
18/09 PM 7.2 1.4 0.5 N/A Minor
19/09 AM 7.3 1.5 0.5 N/A Minor
19/10 PM 6.9 1.1 0.4 N/A None
20/10 AM 7.4 1.6 0.5 N/A Minor
&&
$$
GAZ117-119-139-141-SCZ048-051-180045-
/O.EXP.KCHS.RP.S.0013.000000T0000Z-240918T0000Z/
Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh-
Beaufort-Coastal Jasper-
732 PM EDT Tue Sep 17 2024
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK WILL EXPIRE AT 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
$$The office that day
Everything else NWS Charleston, SC issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 13, 3:40 PM EDT | Small Craft Advisory | CHS | 3 days |
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