Weather Alert in Texas
Beach Hazards Statement issued April 3 at 10:28PM CDT until April 5 at 1:00AM CDT by NWS Houston/Galveston TX
AREAS AFFECTED: Matagorda Islands; Brazoria Islands; Galveston Island; Bolivar Peninsula
DESCRIPTION: * WHAT...High risk of rip currents and minor coastal flooding, mainly during times of high tides expected. * WHERE...Gulf-facing beaches, including the Matagorda Peninsula, Brazoria County beaches, Galveston Island and the Bolivar Peninsula. * WHEN...Through late Friday night. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. Elevated tides could lead to minor flooding of beaches, lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures possible. This includes the lowest more- prone spots like HWY 87/124 along the Bolivar Peninsula, Western Galveston Island, Bluewater Highway and Surfside.
INSTRUCTION: Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.
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