NWS Wilmington warns of strong longshore current, moderate rip risk on Georgetown coast
The National Weather Service issued a Beach Hazards Statement for coastal Georgetown County, South Carolina, on Oct. 19, 2026, covering strong longshore currents and rip currents through Tuesday evening.
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Issued: Oct. 19, 2026, at 7:43 p.m. EDT, by the National Weather Service (NWS) in Wilmington, N.C. Alert as of Oct. 19, 2026.
What: Strong north-to-south longshore current and a moderate risk of rip currents.
Where: Coastal Georgetown County, South Carolina.
When: Through Tuesday evening, Oct. 20.
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. Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may be swept into.
Source: National Weather Service Beach Hazards Statement for Coastal Georgetown County
