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Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Wakefield VA
558 AM EDT Sat Aug 2 2025

MDZ025-021800-
/O.CON.KAKQ.BH.S.0006.250802T1200Z-250803T0000Z/
Maryland Beaches-
558 AM EDT Sat Aug 2 2025

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Large breaking waves and strong longshore currents will
  result in dangerous surf zone conditions.

* WHERE...Maryland Beaches, including Ocean City.

* WHEN...Through this evening.

* IMPACTS...Breaking waves of 4 to 6 feet will result in rough
  surf conditions and a high risk of rip currents.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.

&&

$$

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