Rip Current Statement: Matagorda Islands; Brazoria Islands; Galveston Island; Bolivar Peninsula

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Rip Current Statement — Matagorda Islands; Brazoria Islands; Galveston Island; Bolivar Peninsula Severity: Moderate. Certainty: Likely. * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * 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. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The risk of strong rip currents may linger through Saturday afternoon. Hazard statement may be extended.

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