Advarsler, Florida Industrial College

Rip Current Statement issued September 21 at 2:27AM EDT until September 21 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL * WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents expected. * WHERE...Southeast Georgia Beaches. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 5 PM EDT Sunday. For the High Rip Current Risk, from 11 AM EDT this morning through this evening. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. 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.