Rip Currents: A Guide to Identifying, Avoiding, and Staying Safe
Definition and Characteristics of Rip Currents What is a rip current – Rip currents are powerful, narrow channels of fast-moving water that flow away from the shore, often through breaks in the sandbar. They are a common hazard at beaches around the world, and can quickly carry even strong swimmers out to sea. Rip currents, … Read more
