A rip current is a narrow, fast-moving channel of water that flows away from the shoreline and deeper into the ocean.

The ocean can look calm, inviting and even harmless. But just beneath that postcard-perfect surface, there's a force that can quietly pull even strong swimmers away from shore in seconds. They're ...

Rip currents can be unsuspecting, and when spending a day at the beach, it's important to be aware of the threats from rip currents, understand how they happen and how to save yourself if you get ...

SOUTHEASTERN N.C. (WECT) - Rip Current Awareness Week is an important reminder to learn how to spot and escape these common dangers. According to the National Weather Service (NWS), rip currents are ...

St. Lucie County is hosting three sessions using their new rip current simulation machine, which creates controlled currents ...

With a pleasant weekend forecast for beachgoers, awareness of rip current risks is vital. Lifeguard flags indicate safety levels; yellow signals a moderate risk, while red warns against swimming ...

Rip currents occur all year round in Florida, but they become more noticeable in the summer when more people venture out into the warmer water. Read full article: Mother dies saving child who fell in ...

Rip currents drown nearly two dozen people in Florida each year, and lifeguards are reminding beachgoers that the key to ...

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