Dangerous rip currents highlight importance of beach safety in Tampa Bay
Lifeguards say a spike in water rescues is a reminder that understanding beach warning flags and rip current safety can save lives.
Lifeguards say a spike in water rescues is a reminder that understanding beach warning flags and rip current safety can save lives.
Dangerous surf conditions are expected along beaches from Pinellas County to Lee County, increasing the risk of life-threatening rip currents.
The National Weather Service warns that powerful currents could pull even experienced swimmers away from shore.
Lifeguards responded to more than 12 water rescues in two days as dangerous rip currents continue along Tampa Bay beaches.
Dangerous surf conditions are expected from Pinellas County to Lee County as tropical weather increases the risk of life-threatening rip currents.
Peak wet-season conditions stack eight hazards on Tampa Bay at once.