Christmas Point Reef, TX Avertizări meteorologice

Beach Hazards Statement issued June 5 at 2:48AM CDT until June 5 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Houston/Galveston TX * WHAT...High risk of rip currents and minor coastal flooding during times of high tide. * WHERE...Gulf-facing beaches, including the Matagorda Peninsula, Brazoria County beaches, Galveston Island and the Bolivar Peninsula. * WHEN...Through this evening. * IMPACTS...Difficult to dangerous swimming conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Minor coastal flooding will be possible during high tide later this morning along Gulf-facing beaches. If at the beach, swim near a lifeguard and away from rocks, jetties and piers. In addition, don't swim at the eastern or western tips of Galveston Island. Tidal currents and rip currents are always dangerous there. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

National Weather Service