Rip Current Statement issued April 8 at 4:30PM AST until April 10 at 6:00AM AST by NWS San Juan PR

* WHAT…Large breaking waves of 9 to 13 feet, and occasionally
higher, resulting in life-threatening rip currents and beach
erosion.

* WHERE…Beaches along the northern coast of Puerto Rico, from
Aguadilla to Fajardo. Most vulnerable areas for high surf and
beach erosion include Pinones along Road 187, Parcelas Suarez,
Villas del Mar, and Villa Christiana in Loiza; Fortuna in
Luquillo; Pueblo and Tamarindo in Aguadilla; Barrio Obrero,
Pueblo and Jareaito in Arecibo; Las Boca in Barceloneta; Machuca
in Manati; Puerto Nuevo in Vega Baja; Ocean Park in San Juan;
and Barrio Espinal in Aguada.

* WHEN…For the High Rip Current Risk remains through late
wednesday night. For the High Surf Advisory until 6 PM AST
wednesday

* IMPACTS… For the High Surf Advisory, High waves that can wash
over jetties and sweep people and pets onto jagged rocks. Rough
surf may also knock you down. Large breaking waves will result
in localized beach/dune structure erosion and dangerous swimming
conditions. For the High Rip Current Risk, rip currents can
sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water,
where it becomes difficult to return to safety.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…The peak of the swell event is expected
late tonight through tomorrow afternoon. Heed the advice of
lifeguards, beach patrol flags and signs.