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If you get caught in a rip current you want
to know your options.

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The first thing is to relax, rip currents
won’t pull you under, they will just pull

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you away from shore.

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If you can, swim out of the current along
the beach and then back to shore at an angle

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following the breaking waves.

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If you can’t escape, float or tread water
while you wave and call for help on shore.

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But you’ll also want to know your options
if you are on shore and see someone caught

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in a rip current who needs help.

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First, stay calm and take 10 seconds to think
through your options.

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Alert lifeguards or someone on the beach.

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If there is no one to help, call 911.

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Look for a flotation device or anything that
floats and see if you can get it to the person

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without entering the water.

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If you must enter the water, remember to ALWAYS
take a flotation device.

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All too often, someone attempting to make
the rescue without the proper training and equipment

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is the one who drowns.

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Don’t be a victim.

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Protect yourself so you can protect others.

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Remember to always be aware of potential hazards
and that ocean conditions can change quickly.

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And if possible, swim near a lifeguard.

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If you make sure to know your options before
you head to the beach, you’ll be prepared

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for hazardous rip currents so you and your
loved ones stay safe.