Between 2026-07-31 and 2026-08-02, the National Weather Service issued beach hazard statements for Lake Michigan beaches in Wisconsin, Illinois, and Indiana. High wave action of 4–9 feet and dangerous currents were forecast through August 3, affecting Manitowoc, Lake, Cook, and Sheboygan counties.
Between 2026-07-30 and 2026-08-02, the National Weather Service issued multiple rip current statements and high surf advisories affecting Atlantic and Gulf Coast beaches. Dangerous rip currents were forecast for Florida, Massachusetts, New Jersey, and New York through August 3, with wave heights of 5–9 feet reported.