Alertes en vigueurCarolina Beach, NC

What: Strong south to north longshore current. There is also a Moderate Risk of rip currents expected.
Where: In North Carolina, Coastal Pender and Coastal New Hanover Counties. In South Carolina, Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties.
When: From 6 AM EDT this morning through this evening.
Impacts: 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.

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.