Beach Hazard Statement

Locations Affected

Lake Macatawa, MI ∙ Gobles, MI ∙ Stony Lake, MI ∙ Shelby, MI ∙ Holland, MI ∙ Moline, MI ∙ Lakewood Club, MI ∙ Hamilton, MI ∙ Sister Lakes, MI ∙ Macatawa, MI

Full Alert Message

Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Grand Rapids MI 316 PM EDT Wed Sep 9 2026 ...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...High wave action, strong currents, and dangerous swimming conditions expected. Piers may be swamped by waves. * WHERE...Mason, Oceana, Muskegon, Ottawa, Allegan and Van Buren counties. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening. * 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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