Surf Zone Forecast - Rip Current Risk

[TEXT ONLY VERSION] Risk level definitions... Read more about Rip Currents... Marine Forecast Page

SURF ZONE FORECAST FOR NEW JERSEY AND DELAWARE
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE MOUNT HOLLY NJ
444 AM EDT WED SEP 30 2009
Please take note of the issued date

.FOR THE BEACHES OF NEW JERSEY AND DELAWARE...

DEZ004-NJZ014-024>026-010000-
DELAWARE BEACHES-EASTERN MONMOUTH-ATLANTIC COASTAL CAPE MAY-
COASTAL ATLANTIC-COASTAL OCEAN-
444 AM EDT WED SEP 30 2009

THE RIP CURRENT RISK FOR TODAY IS...LOW.

WAVES IN THE SURF ZONE TODAY WILL BE 2 TO 3 FEET.

SURF TEMPERATURES ARE IN THE MID TO UPPER 60S IN NEW JERSEY AND
AROUND 70 DEGREES IN DELAWARE.

A LOW RISK OF RIP CURRENTS IMPLIES THAT WIND AND WAVE CONDITIONS
ARE NOT EXPECTED TO SUPPORT THE DEVELOPMENT OF ENHANCED RIP
CURRENTS. HOWEVER, RIP CURRENTS ARE ALWAYS POSSIBLE, ESPECIALLY
NEAR JETTIES AND OTHER STRUCTURES.

DO NOT SWIM ON UNGUARDED BEACHES, AT NIGHT OR ALONE.

THIS IS THE LAST FORECAST OF THE SEASON. FORECASTS WILL RESUME
NEXT SPRING.

$$

RPW



Please report any problems with this product by clicking here...

Low Risk
A low risk of rip currents implies that wind and wave conditions are not expected to support the development of enhanced rip currents. However, Rip Currents are always possible, especially near jetties and other structures.
Moderate Risk
A moderate risk of rip currents implies that individuals planning to enter the surf should check with local beach patrols first. Be sure to swim within sight of a life guard, and never swim alone or at night.
High Risk
A high risk of rip currents means dangerous and potentially life threatening conditions exist for all people entering the surf.
Click here for the definition of Low Risk Rip Current Click here for the definition of Moderate Risk Rip Current Click here for the definition of High Risk Rip Current