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Rip Current Statement
ActiveCoastal Franklin
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* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected.
* WHERE...Franklin County Beaches.
* WHEN...From 2 PM EDT this afternoon through Friday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Breezy northeast winds following a cold front will produce a longshore current along St George Island and 2-ft surf. More breeziness anticipated tonight into midday tomorrow.
Instructions
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.
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