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Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Caribou ME
747 AM EDT Sun Aug 3 2025

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Coastal Hancock-Coastal Washington-
747 AM EDT Sun Aug 3 2025

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT....The warm air temperatures in the mid to upper 70s may
  cause people to underestimate the danger of the cold water
  temperatures which are currently in the mid 50s.

* WHERE...Coastal Hancock and Coastal Washington Counties.

* WHEN...Through this evening.

* IMPACTS...The cold water temperatures can quickly cause
  hypothermia to anyone in the water. Anyone on a boat or
  paddlecraft should use extreme caution.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Beach Hazards Statement is issued on days when a significant
number of boats and paddlecraft are expected to be out on the
water and when warm air temperatures may cause people to
underestimate the danger of the cold water. Paddle smart from the
start. Always wear your life jacket. Be aware of wind conditions,
tides, and localized currents.

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