Full Notification

The NWS has issued a Beach Hazards Statement for dangerous swimming conditions which is in effect from Friday morning through late Friday night.

• High wave action... large waves and dangerous currents are expected.
• Strong structural currents..expected
• Strong longshore currents...expected
• Rip currents...expected

Location: Beaches from Sheboygan to Kenosha. Beaches with particularly dangerous conditions include;

• Vollrath Park in Sheboygan
• Deland Park in Sheboygan
• Blue Harbor Beach in Sheboygan

Structural currents form along piers where longshore currents and wave action flow into the structure. Structural currents can sweep you out into deeper water along the pier structure. 
Rip currents are powerful channels of water flowing quickly away from shore, which occur most often at low spots or breaks in sandbars. Rip currents can sweep you into deeper water. 

Even if it feels warm outside, the lake can still be cold with fast moving currents. Conditions on Friday could be life-threatening. Do not overestimate your swimming abilities. If you see someone in distress, call 911 immediately.