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Beach Hazards Statement — NWS Chicago (issued Sep 19 3:30AM CDT)

The National Weather Service in Chicago issued a Beach Hazards Statement effective September 19 from 3:30 AM CDT until 3:00 PM CDT for the Chicago area, indicating hazardous conditions at local beaches during that 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
9/10
Geographic reach
3/10
Global importance
6/10
Impact magnitude
4/10
Positivity
2/10
Urgency
7/10

Why it matters

A Beach Hazards Statement signals dangerous conditions for swimmers and beachgoers along the affected shoreline; people near Lake Michigan beaches should exercise caution and avoid hazardous water activities while the statement is in effect.

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