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San Diego Lifeguard Marine Safety Lt. Charlie Knight
Coverage of San Diego Lifeguard Marine Safety Lt. Charlie Knight in the Nexus archive.
- When a rip current sucks you out to sea, try not to panic
Rip currents account for most beach rescues and drownings in the U.S., with 21 deaths already this year. Experts advise staying calm, flipping onto one’s back to float, and signaling for help instead of fighting the current. Beach flags indicate rip current risks, with red for high danger and green for low danger.
- When a rip current sucks you out to sea, try not to panic
Rip currents, which account for most beach rescues and drownings in the U.S., can be difficult to spot and are nearly impossible to swim against. Experts advise staying calm, flipping onto one's back to float, and signaling for help once the current dissipates.