Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax andfloat. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in adirection following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face theshore and call or wave for help.
* WHAT...Numerous and life-threatening rip currents.* WHERE...Walton, Bay, Gulf, and Franklin County Beaches.* WHEN...Through late Tuesday night.* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers awayfrom shore into deeper water.* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...While the weather is nice for beachgoers,dangerous rip currents will lurk just below the surface, despitesurf of only around 2 feet. Beachgoers should take note of allbeach flags and follow the orders of beach safety officials.Double Red Flags mean that the water is closed to the public,due to numerous and life-threatening rip currents, but the beachremains open. Do not enter the water under Double Red Flags.