Heading
to the beach soon? When going in for a swim, be alert to the signs of
rip currents. Don't get dragged out to sea! Here's a great VIDEO that
puts it all in your visual perspective and gives you a couple easy tips
on how to "Break the Grip of the Rip" and escape from a rip current: http://bit.ly/MqUse2
*Your first line of defense is to read the surf forecast BEFORE you head to the beach. NOAA's National Weather Service is your first stop for this critical safety information: http://
*And remember: Your chances of surviving a rip current -- or any other beach-related hazard -- are greatly increased if you're swimming off a beach staffed by lifeguards.
NOAA photo: A rip current, as seen from the beachgoer's perspective.
*Your first line of defense is to read the surf forecast BEFORE you head to the beach. NOAA's National Weather Service is your first stop for this critical safety information: http://
*And remember: Your chances of surviving a rip current -- or any other beach-related hazard -- are greatly increased if you're swimming off a beach staffed by lifeguards.
NOAA photo: A rip current, as seen from the beachgoer's perspective.
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