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'Cold Shock': Be Prepared For Low Water Temps Rest Of Warm Memorial Day Weekend 'Cold Shock': Be Prepared For Low Water Temps Rest Of Warm Memorial Day Weekend
'Cold Shock': Be Prepared For Low Water Temps Rest Of Warm Memorial Day Weekend As temperatures warm up, beaches will be crowded for the next couple of days. But forecasters are warning beachgoers to be prepared for water temperatures that are much colder than temperatures in the air. "Warm air doesn’t always mean warm water in lakes, streams, or oceans," the National Weather Service says. "Fifty-five-degree water may not sound very cold, but it can be deadly.  "Plunging into the cold water of any temperature becomes dangerous if you aren’t prepared for what the sudden exposure can do to your body and brain.  "Warm air temperatures can create a false sense …
Here's New Projected Timing, Track For Hurricane Teddy, How It Will Affect Parts Of Region Here's New Projected Timing, Track For Hurricane Teddy, How It Will Affect Parts Of Region
Here's New Projected Timing, Track For Hurricane Teddy, How It Will Affect Parts Of Region Hurricane Teddy's latest projected path takes the center of the storm well east of the region, but it will still be felt in parts of the area. Minor to moderate coastal flooding (from half a foot to 2 feet of inundation depending on location) is expected at the times of high tide through Sunday afternoon, Sept. 20. Additionally, high surf of 8 to 12 feet and dangerous rip currents at ocean beaches will also occur, the National Weather Service said. Earlier report - Teddy Strengthens Over Atlantic, Expected To Be Major Hurricane Teddy was one of the final named storms from the English…