Rip Current Statement Issued: Swim Safely, Heed Warnings
A Rip Current Statement has been issued for coastal areas of Alabama and Florida, warning of dangerous rip currents until October 11 at 6:00 AM CDT. Swim near a lifeguard and follow safety protocols if caught in a rip current.
A Rip Current Statement has been issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) in Mobile, Alabama, effective immediately until 6:00 AM CDT on October 11.
Residents and visitors in Mobile Coastal and Baldwin Coastal Counties in Alabama, and Escambia Coastal, Santa Rosa Coastal, and Okaloosa Coastal Counties in Florida, are advised of dangerous rip currents. The NWS warns that rip currents can sweep even strong swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
To ensure safety, the NWS instructs beachgoers to swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, remain calm and float. Do not attempt to swim against the current. If possible, swim parallel to the shoreline to escape. If you cannot escape, face the shore and signal for help.
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