Advarsler, Ward Ridge

Rip Current Statement issued June 23 at 6:16PM EDT until June 26 at 6:00AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL * 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 away from shore into deeper water. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...While the weather is nice for beachgoers, dangerous rip currents will lurk just below the surface, despite surf of only around 2 feet. Beachgoers should take note of all beach 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 beach remains open. Do not enter the water under Double Red Flags. 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.