South Carolina weather alerts today
2 active National Weather Service alerts in South Carolina, affecting Charleston, Myrtle Beach.
Beach Hazards StatementCoastal Horry; Coastal Georgetownuntil Mon 19 Oct, 20:00 ET
* WHAT...Strong north to south longshore current. There is also a Moderate Risk of rip currents expected. * WHERE...Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties. * WHEN...Today. * 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.
What to do: 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.
NWS Wilmington NC
Rip Current StatementBeaufort; Coastal Colleton; Charleston…until Mon 19 Oct, 20:00 ET
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...South Carolina Beaches. * WHEN...Through this evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
What to do: Swim near a lifeguard. 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.
NWS Charleston SC