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Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Caribou ME
156 PM EDT Sat Jul 18 2026

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Coastal Hancock-Coastal Washington-
156 PM EDT Sat Jul 18 2026

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

* WHAT....The warm air temperatures in the upper 70s to low 80s
  may cause people to underestimate the dangers of the cold water
  temperatures which are currently in the 50-55 degree range.

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

* WHEN...From Sunday morning through Sunday evening.

* IMPACTS...The cold water temperatures can quickly cause
  hypothermia to anyone immersed in the waters. 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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