NWS: strong longshore current, moderate rip risk on Horry, Georgetown beaches Monday
The National Weather Service in Wilmington, N.C., issued a Beach Hazards Statement for the coasts of Horry and Georgetown counties in South Carolina, effective from 6 a.m. EDT Monday, Oct. 19.
Grand Strand weather alerts and forecastsPart of a story we are following · 1 article · See every updateThe National Weather Service (NWS) in Wilmington, N.C., issued this Beach Hazards Statement on Oct. 18, 2026, at 7:43 p.m. EDT, for Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties in South Carolina.
What it says: Strong north-to-south longshore current. There is also a moderate risk of rip currents, mainly south of North Myrtle Beach.
When: From 6 a.m. EDT Monday, Oct. 19, through Monday evening.
Impacts: Longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip currents, piers, jetties and other hazardous areas. They may sweep swimmers off their feet, making it difficult to return to shore.
What to do: Use caution when in or near the water. Check with lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards.
Source: NWS Beach Hazards Statement, Wilmington, N.C. (api.weather.gov)