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US Lifesaving Association
Coverage of US Lifesaving Association in the Nexus archive.
- 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.