Beach Hazard Statement

Locations Affected

Hart, MI ∙ Hesperia, MI ∙ Norton Shores, MI ∙ Marne, MI ∙ Macatawa, MI ∙ Ludington, MI ∙ Walhalla, MI ∙ Rothbury, MI ∙ Coopersville, MI ∙ Muskegon County Airport, MI

Full Alert Message

Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Grand Rapids MI 347 PM EDT Sat Jun 13 2026 ...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM EDT SUNDAY... * WHAT...High wave action, strong currents, and dangerous swimming conditions expected. Piers may be heavily swamped by waves. * WHERE...Mason, Oceana, Muskegon and Ottawa counties. * WHEN...Until 2 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Strong currents can pull swimmers into deeper water and high waves can sweep people off piers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Southwest winds of 15 to 25 mph has waves into the 3 to 5 foot range. Dangerous waves and currents are expected today near and north of Grand Haven. The most dangerous places to swim today will be on the south side of south piers, like Pere Marquette Park in Muskegon. 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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