Update: High surf advisory issued for Bryan and Chatham counties for Thursday and Friday – breaking waves of 4 to 6 feet predicted

The National Weather Service issued an updated high surf advisory at 5:04 p.m. on Wednesday valid from Thursday midnight until Friday 8 p.m.

The NWS describes, "Large breaking waves of 4 to 6 feet expected in the surf zone."

"Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water," states the NWS. "Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions. Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help."