High Rip Current Risk, Coastal Flood Advisory for Duval County Beaches
Coastal Duval County is under a High Rip Current Risk until late Saturday night and a Coastal Flood Advisory until Saturday afternoon, issued by the NWS Jacksonville FL.
A Rip Current Statement and Coastal Flood Advisory have been issued for Coastal Duval County, effective immediately. The National Weather Service (NWS) Jacksonville FL issued the alert today, October 8, 2026, at 2:05 PM EDT.
Residents and visitors to Coastal Duval County should be aware of a high risk of dangerous rip currents through late Saturday night, October 11, at 6:00 AM EDT. Additionally, a Coastal Flood Advisory is in effect until Saturday, October 11, at 2:00 PM EDT, warning of minor coastal flooding.
Impacts from the coastal flooding may include the flooding of lots, parks, and roads, with only isolated road closures expected. Rip currents are dangerous and can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, 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 necessary actions to protect flood-prone property.
For the High Rip Current Risk, swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Do not 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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