Beach Hazards Statement

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Gray ME
925 PM EDT Sat Jun 21 2025

MEZ024>028-220930-
/O.NEW.KGYX.BH.S.0004.250622T1200Z-250623T0000Z/
Coastal Cumberland-Sagadahoc-Lincoln-Knox-Coastal Waldo-
925 PM EDT Sat Jun 21 2025

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM EDT SUNDAY THROUGH
SUNDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Strong north winds resulted in upwelling and cooled water
  temperatures into the lower 50s along the coast. The warm air
  temperatures in the mid 80s to near 90 degrees may cause people
  to underestimate the dangers of cold water. expected.

* WHERE...Coastal Cumberland, Sagadahoc, Lincoln, Knox and
  Coastal Waldo Counties.

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

* IMPACTS...The cold water temperatures can quickly cause
  hypothermia to anyone immersed in the water. When the water
  temperature is below 60 degrees, the average submerged person
  could lose dexterity within minutes and be unable to accomplish
  simple tasks. 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.

All boaters and paddlers are highly encouraged to contact the
U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary or U.S. Power Squadrons at
www.wow.uscgaux/i_want_a_usc/index.php to receive a FREE vessel
check. This is a convenient, no consequence way to ensure your
vessel is outfitted with all required safety equipment.
Additionally, please label your paddlecraft with your contact
information (IF FOUND Sticker) in the event it is found adrift on
the water.

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Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Caribou ME
952 PM EDT Sat Jun 21 2025

MEZ029-030-221000-
/O.NEW.KCAR.BH.S.0004.250622T1200Z-250623T0000Z/
Coastal Hancock-Coastal Washington-
952 PM EDT Sat Jun 21 2025

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM EDT SUNDAY THROUGH
SUNDAY EVENING...

* WHAT....The warm temperatures in the upper 70s to lower 80s may
  cause people to underestimate the dangers of the cold water
  temperatures which are currently in the upper 40s to lower 50s.

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

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

* IMPACTS...The cold water temperatures can quickly cause
  hypothermia to anyone in the water. Anyone on 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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