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Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Houston/Galveston TX
1109 PM CDT Fri May 15 2026

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Matagorda Islands-Brazoria Islands-Galveston Island-
Bolivar Peninsula-
1109 PM CDT Fri May 15 2026

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH MONDAY
MORNING...

* WHAT...High risk of rip currents expected and minor coastal
  flooding possible.

* WHERE...Gulf-facing beaches, including the Matagorda
  Peninsula, Brazoria County beaches, Galveston Island and the
  Bolivar Peninsula.

* WHEN...Now through Monday morning.

* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
  from shore into deeper water. Flooding of lots, parks, and
  roads possible.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Localized minor coastal flooding will be
  possible during times of high tide mainly near Galveston Bay.
  Water levels are expected to be around 3.5 to 4.0 ft above
  MLLW during high tide cycles going into early next week. At
  3.7ft, water may begin to reach Highway 87 at Highway 124 on
  Bolivar Peninsula, and on Beach Drive near Blue Water Highway
  in Surfside. At 4.0ft, water may start to flood portions of
  Highway 6 between I-45 and Hitchcock. Water may also start to
  flood portions of Toddville road, Red Bluff road, West
  Bayshore road, and Highway 124 near High Island. The lowest
  streets along Jamaica Beach may flood.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Swim near a lifeguard and away from rocks, jetties, and piers. If
caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don`t swim against the
current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If
unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.

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Cassel