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Beach Hazards Statement issued May 1 at 8:07PM EDT until May 2 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC

* WHAT...Strong north to south longshore current.

Source NWS AI Summary Updated May 2, 2026

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* WHAT...Strong north to south longshore current. There is also a Moderate Risk of rip currents expected at New Hanover beaches. * WHERE...In North Carolina, Coastal New Hanover County. In South Carolina, Coastal Georgetown County. * WHEN...From 6 AM EDT Saturday through Saturday evening. * IMPACTS...Longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other hazardous areas. It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making it difficult to return to shore.

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