Watches, Warnings & Advisories



One product issued by NWS for: Bar Harbor ME

Beach Hazards Statement

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Caribou ME
755 PM EDT Sat Jun 15 2024

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Coastal Hancock-Coastal Washington-
755 PM EDT Sat Jun 15 2024

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY MORNING THROUGH
SUNDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...The warm air temperatures in the low 70s may cause
  people to underestimate the dangers of the very cold water
  temperatures which are currently only in the mid to upper 40s.

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

* WHEN...From 8 AM EDT Sunday through 8 PM EDT Sunday evening.

* IMPACTS...The cold temperatures can quickly cause hypothermia
  to anyone immersed in the water. Anyone on boats or
  paddlecraft should use extreme caution to avoid this threat.


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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CB