Beach Hazard Statement

Locations Affected

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

Full Alert Message

Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Grand Rapids MI 800 PM EDT Fri Jul 17 2026 ...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM EDT SATURDAY THROUGH LATE SATURDAY NIGHT... * 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...From 2 AM EDT Saturday through late Saturday night. * IMPACTS...Strong currents can pull swimmers into deeper water and high waves can sweep people off piers. 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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