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Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Caribou ME
149 AM EDT Fri Jul 4 2025

MEZ029-030-050000-
/O.NEW.KCAR.BH.S.0006.250704T1200Z-250705T0000Z/
Coastal Hancock-Coastal Washington-
149 AM EDT Fri Jul 4 2025

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

* WHAT....The mild temperatures this afternoon in the lower to
  mid 70s may cause people to underestimate the dangers of the
  cold water temperatures which are currently in low to mid 50s.

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

* WHEN...From 8 AM EDT this morning through this evening.

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