Alertes en vigueurMyrtle Beach Intl Airport, SC

What: Heat index values up to 109 expected.
Where: Portions of southeast North Carolina and northeast South Carolina.
When: Until 8 PM EDT this evening.
Impacts: Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.

To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.

What: For the Beach Hazards Statement, Strong south to north longshore current. There is also a Moderate Risk of rip currents. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of inundation above ground level expected in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
Where: Coastal Horry County.
When: For the Beach Hazards Statement, until 8 PM EDT this evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 6 PM to 9 PM EDT this evening.
Impacts: Vulnerable causeways to and from local beaches may experience minor coastal flooding. Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks may observe minor coastal flooding. Check with local officials for the latest information regarding coastal flood impacts and closures. Longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other hazardous areas. It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making it difficult to return to shore.
Additional Details: Affected areas listed are based on average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or other factors.

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. Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may be swept into.