First published 9/19/2026, 2:32:16 PM · Last updated 9/19/2026, 2:32:16 PM

Beach Hazards Statement — NWS Chicago IL (Sep 19, 2026)

The NWS Chicago office issued a Beach Hazards Statement on September 19 (issued 9:22 AM CDT; in effect until 7:00 PM CDT) for the Chicago, IL area. The statement alerts the public to hazardous conditions at local beaches during the effective period.

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: 5/10The event's broader significance, from limited importance (1) to major global importance (10).
Impact magnitude: 3/10The 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

Hazardous beach conditions can pose immediate danger to swimmers, beachgoers, and local recreation and travel along the lakeshore. People in the area should monitor local forecasts and follow official guidance.

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Beach Hazards Statement issued September 19 at 9:22AM CDT until September 19 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL

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