Benzie County, MI

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In effect from Tuesday 07/21 2:47 PM EDT – Wednesday 07/22 8:00 PM EDT

Issued by NWS Gaylord MI

What

Dangerous swimming conditions due to 3-7 ft waves and rip currents.

Where

Emmet, Benzie and Manistee Counties, and Beaver Island and surrounding islands.

When

From 8 AM EDT this morning through Wednesday evening.

Impacts

Strong currents can pull swimmers into deeper water and high waves can sweep people off piers.

What to Do

Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.


Areas Impacted

  • Emmet
  • Leelanau
  • Antrim
  • Benzie
  • Manistee
  • Beaver Island and surrounding islands
  • Charlevoix

Tips to Stay Safe

Your area may see dangerous swimming conditions. Use caution: 

  • Stay off of rocks and jetties due to dangerous conditions
  • Stay out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions, and stay near occupied lifeguard towers 
  • Keep small children in sight and within arm’s reach at all times.

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From the Forecaster

High Swim Risk Thru Wednesday

Created by the NWS Gaylord WFO

A high swim risk is in place today into Wednesday for most northwest lower Michigan beaches, as well as some Lake Huron beaches. Waves of 3-7 feet and life-threatening rip currents are expected. For more information, please visit: weather.gov/GreatLakes/BeachHazards.

A high swim risk is in place today into Wednesday for most northwest lower Michigan beaches, as well as some Lake Huron beaches. Waves of 3-7 feet and life-threatening rip currents are expected. For more information, please visit: weather.gov/GreatLakes/BeachHazards.

Seven-day Weather Risk Overview

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