First published 9/19/2026, 2:32:15 PM · Last updated 9/19/2026, 2:32:15 PM

Beach Hazards Statement issued September 19 at 9:22AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL

The National Weather Service office in Chicago, IL issued a Beach Hazards Statement on 2026-09-19 at 09:22 CDT (14:22Z) in effect until 15:00 CDT (20:00Z) the same day. The notice covers beaches in the Chicago area.

Categories: severe-weather-and-natural-disasters

Generated scores

Scores are based on the cited reporting and use a 1–10 scale. Read the methodology.

Confidence: 9/10How certain the assessment is based on the clarity and evidence in the cited reporting.
Geographic reach: 3/10How widely the event reaches, from a local area (1) to worldwide impact (10).
Global importance: 6/10The event's broader significance, from limited importance (1) to major global importance (10).
Impact magnitude: 4/10The scale or severity of the real-world impact, from minor (1) to extreme (10).
Positivity: 2/10How harmful or beneficial the event is, from strongly harmful (1) to strongly positive (10).
Urgency: 8/10How time-sensitive the event is, from low urgency (1) to immediate attention needed (10).

Why it matters

A Beach Hazards Statement signals conditions that can pose risks to people using beaches (swimmers, waders, and shoreline visitors). Local authorities, recreational users, and transportation services near waterfronts should be aware and take precautions during the effective period.

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Beach Hazards Statement issued September 19 at 9:22AM CDT until September 19 at 3:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL

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