Lifeguards raise concerns over rip current safety during Memorial Day

James Tutten

May 27, 2024 at 8:13 AM·1 min read

Lifeguards want everyone headed to the beach to watch for strong rip currents.

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So far this year in the U.S., at least seven swimmers have died after being caught in rip currents.

Three good Samaritans recently jumped into the water to save a teenager caught in a rip current in Florida.

Watch: Very hot Memorial Day: Near-record highs expected over holiday

While the rescuers were able to help the teen, experts say a water rescue in a rip current should be left to the professionals.

Lifeguards will also fly a red flag when there is a rip current warning.

Read: ‘Remember and honor’: Memorial Day events around Central Florida

At that point, you should not go in the water past waist-deep.

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