Beach Hazards Statement Updated
From
Daytona Beach
Sent
Mon, Mar 20 @ 3:21am
Description
Beach Hazards Statement issued March 20 at 2:59AM EDT until March 21 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
* WHAT...Breezy northerly winds around 15 to 20 mph will continue
to produce a strong southward flowing longshore current in the
surf zone today into tonight. A Moderate Risk of rip currents
will also exist at area beaches.
* WHERE...Beaches of Volusia, Brevard, Indian River, Saint Lucie
and Martin counties.
* WHEN...Through late tonight.
* IMPACTS...Longshore currents can knock swimmers off their feet
or into deeper water, making them more susceptible to dangerous
rip currents. The longshore current will also increase the risk
of rip currents near piers and jetties.
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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