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Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Caribou ME
943 PM EDT Thu Aug 20 2026

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Coastal Hancock-Coastal Washington-
943 PM EDT Thu Aug 20 2026

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

* WHAT...The warm air temperatures from around 80 to the lower 80s
  may cause people to underestimate the dangers of the cold water
  temperatures which are currently in the 50 to 55 degree range.

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

* WHEN...From Friday morning through Friday 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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