High Wind and Surf Advisory Issued for the DI area
CHATHAM COUNTY, GA - The National Weather Service Has Issued A High Surf Advisory From 2 PM This Afternoon To 4 PM Est Tuesday. Location... Coastal Areas Of Southeast Georgia... Including Tybee Island... Ossabaw Island... Wassaw Island... Saint Catherines Island And Sapelo Island. Coastal Portions Of Jasper And Beaufort Counties... Including Hunting Island... Fripp Island... Hilton Head Island And Daufuskie Island. Breaking Wave Heights... 5 To 7 Feet. High Surf Impacts... Large Breaking Waves Will Be Dangerous To Anyone Who Enters The Surf. There Will Also Be Beach Erosion And Strong... Dangerous Rip Currents. Everyone Should Remain Out Of The Water. Mariners Should Use Extreme Caution... Especially Near Inlets... Cuts And Bays. Swells Approaching These Areas Can Lead To Large... Dangerous Breaking Waves. Keep A Clear Distance Away From The Ocean. Structures Such As Piers And Jetties Will Be Particularly Treacherous.