Advarsler, Martin County High School

Beach Hazards Statement issued May 20 at 3:13AM EDT until May 21 at 5:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL * WHAT...An increasing, southward-flowing longshore current is expected. * WHERE...Coastal Volusia, Coastal Indian River, Coastal Saint Lucie, Coastal Martin, Mainland Northern Brevard, Northern Brevard Barrier Islands, Mainland Southern Brevard and Southern Brevard Barrier Islands Counties. * WHEN...Through late tonight. * IMPACTS...Breezy north winds will produce a strong, southward- flowing longshore current today. This can push swimmers into deeper water unexpectedly, making them more susceptible to dangerous rip currents. 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.