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Beach Hazards Statement — Northern La Porte, IN, Northern Berrien, MI, Southern Berrien, MI
Issued
Expires
10:00 PM CDT · dim., sept. 13 2026
Issuing Office
NWS KIWX

Affected Areas

Northern La Porte, IN Northern Berrien, MI Southern Berrien, MI

Official Bulletin

* WHAT...Dangerous swimming conditions.

*Breaking Waves: 2 to 4 feet building to 3 to 5 feet.

*Longshore current: Expected, moving north to south along the
beach.

*Structural currents: Expected, especially strong on the
north sides of piers and breakwalls.

*Rip currents: Expected

* WHERE...In Indiana, Northern La Porte county. In Michigan,
Northern Berrien and Southern Berrien counties.

* WHEN...From 11 AM EDT /10 AM CDT/ this morning through this
evening.

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

Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.
Do not venture out on piers.