Beach Hazard Statement

Locations Affected

Prospect Harbor, ME ∙ Eastport, ME ∙ Ellsworth, ME ∙ Harborside, ME ∙ Somesville, ME ∙ Beals, ME ∙ Deer Isle, ME ∙ Seal Harbor, ME ∙ Roque Bluffs, ME ∙ Surry, ME

Full Alert Message

Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Caribou ME 217 PM EDT Thu Jun 4 2026 ...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY MORNING THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING... * WHAT....The warm temperatures in the middle to upper 80s may cause people to underestimate the dangers of the cold water temperatures which are currently in the middle 40s. * WHERE...Coastal Hancock and Coastal Washington Counties. * WHEN...From Friday morning through Friday evening. * IMPACTS...The cold water temperatures can quickly cause hypothermia to anyone immersed in the waters. Anyone on boats or paddlecraft should use extreme caution to avoid this threat. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Beach Hazards Statement is issued on days when a significant number of boats and paddlecraft are expected to be out on the water and when warm air temperatures may cause people to underestimate the danger of the cold water. Paddle smart from the start. Always wear your life jacket. Be aware of wind conditions, tides, and localized currents.

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