Significant Coastal Impacts to the Eastern Seaboard; Hurricane Nolo to Impact Hawaii

A Nor'easter will bring significant coastal impacts to the Mid-Atlantic and New England through the weekend. Moderate to major coastal flooding, heavy rain, strong winds and high surf expected. Hurricane Nolo is expected to stay just south of the Big Island of Hawaii. However, strong winds and heavy rainfall may bring life-threatening, catastrophic flooding and mudslides through the weekend. Read More >

The 2026 recreational beach forecast season starts this week and ends on Wednesday September 30th!

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To check the latest recreational beach forecast, go to: https://www.weather.gov/greatlakes/beachhazards?wfo=LOT

The latest text recreational beach forecast can be found HERE
First issuances of 2026 season were on Wednesday May 20th.

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Be cautious in cold water. Cold water shock and hypothermia are real threats on the Great Lakes, especially early in the season.

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Significant Coastal Impacts to the Eastern Seaboard; Hurricane Nolo to Impact Hawaii

The 2026 Recreational Beach Forecast Season Starts this Week!