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Beach Hazards Statement — Mason, MI, Oceana, MI, Muskegon, MI, Ottawa, MI, Allegan, MI
Issued
1:00 AM CDT · Sun, Aug 30 2026
Expires
10:00 PM CDT · Sun, Aug 30 2026
Issuing Office
NWS KGRR

Affected Areas

Mason, MI Oceana, MI Muskegon, MI Ottawa, MI Allegan, MI

Official Bulletin

* WHAT...High wave action, strong currents, and dangerous swimming
conditions expected. Piers may be swamped by waves.

* WHERE...Mason, Oceana, Muskegon, Ottawa and Allegan counties.

* WHEN...From late tonight through Sunday evening.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds from the south will make waves and
currents more hazardous near south piers, including at Grand
Haven State Park and Pere Marquette Park in Muskegon.

Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions
and do not venture out on piers. Please check with your local
authorities on potential beach closures.