Barnstable County, MA
Alerts
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In effect from Sunday 07/26 3:13 PM EDT – Sunday 07/26 8:00 PM EDT
Issued by NWS Boston/Norton MA
What
Dangerous rip currents.
Where
Barnstable MA and Nantucket MA Counties.
When
Until 8 PM EDT this evening.
Impacts
Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
What to Do
Swim near a lifeguard. 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.
Areas Impacted
- Barnstable
- Nantucket
Tips to Stay Safe
Rip currents may create dangerous swimming conditions in the area.
- If you enter the water, always have a flotation device with you and swim near a lifeguard.
- Keep small children in sight and within arm’s reach at all times.
- If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don’t swim against the current. If able, swim parallel to the shoreline.
Briefings
From the Forecaster
Upcoming Week
Created by the NWS Boston/Norton WFO
Tranquil weather continues through Monday. Expecting high temperatures to be slightly below normal this week. Periods of rainfall arrive sometime Tuesday, then likely lingers into early Friday. Prolonged heavy rainfall is possible, which could lead to localized flooding.
Seven-day Weather Risk Overview
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