Wetter-Warnungen, Horry County Police Department South Precinct

Beach Hazards Statement issued June 12 at 11:20AM EDT until June 12 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC * WHAT...Strong north to south longshore current for east-facing beaches in Horry and Georgetown County and a strong east to west longshore current for Brunswick county beaches. A Moderate Risk of rip currents is expected for all beaches. * WHERE...In North Carolina, Coastal Brunswick County. In South Carolina, Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this 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. Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may be swept into.