Grand Rapids, MI (WGHN) – The National Weather Service has issued a Beach Hazard Statement for 8:00 p.m. Saturday through Sunday evening.
* WHAT…High wave action, strong currents, and dangerous swimming conditions expected. Piers may be heavily swamped by waves. * WHERE…Ottawa county. * WHEN…From this evening through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS…Strong currents can pull swimmers into deeper water and high waves can sweep people off piers. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS… Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions and do not venture out on piers. Please check with your local authorities on potential beach closures.…