Beaufort County, SC
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In effect from Saturday 10/31 3:10 PM EDT – Saturday 10/31 8:00 PM EDT
Issued by NWS Charleston SC
What
Dangerous rip currents.
Where
South Carolina Beaches.
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
- Beaufort
- Coastal Colleton
- Charleston
- Coastal Jasper
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
Tonight's Halloween Forecast
Created by the NWS Charleston WFO
Happy Halloween! 🎃👻 A breezy Halloween night ahead! Expect mostly cloudy skies with temperatures in the mid 50s to lower 60s. Northeasterly winds of 10–15 mph could gust up to 25 mph. Otherwise, should be a good night for trick-or-treating!
Seven-day Weather Risk Overview
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