Beach Hazard Statement

Locations Affected

Hart, MI ∙ Fennville, MI ∙ Otsego, MI ∙ Norton Shores, MI ∙ Zeeland, MI ∙ Jamestown, MI ∙ Glenn, MI ∙ Douglas, MI ∙ Ludington, MI ∙ Beechwood, MI

Full Alert Message

Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Grand Rapids MI 335 PM EDT Sun Aug 24 2025 ...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH MONDAY EVENING... * WHAT...High wave action, strong currents, and dangerous swimming conditions expected. Piers may be heavily swamped by waves. * WHERE...Mason, Oceana, Muskegon, Ottawa, Allegan and Van Buren counties. * WHEN...Through Monday evening. * IMPACTS...Strong currents can pull swimmers into deeper water and high waves can sweep people off piers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The beaches with the most dangerous conditions will be Sterns Park in Ludington, Mears State Park in Pentwater, Muskegon State Park, Holland State Park, and North Beach in South Haven. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions and do not venture out on piers. Please check with your local authorities on potential beach closures.

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