Gulf County, FL
Alerts
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In effect from Saturday 06/06 2:13 AM CDT – Sunday 06/07 3:00 AM CDT
Issued by NWS Tallahassee FL
What
Dangerous rip currents.
Where
Walton, Bay, and Franklin County Beaches and the State Park and south- facing beaches of Gulf County..
When
Through late tonight.
Impacts
Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
What to Do
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.
Areas Impacted
- South Walton
- Coastal Bay
- Coastal Gulf
- Coastal Franklin
Tips to Stay Safe
Rip currents may create dangerous swimming conditions in the area.
- If you enter the water, always have a flotation device with you and swim near a lifeguard.
- Keep small children in sight and within arm’s reach at all times.
- If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don’t swim against the current. If able, swim parallel to the shoreline.
Briefings
From the Forecaster
High Rip Current Risk
Created by the NWS Tallahassee WFO
The high risk of rip currents continues for most beaches through Saturday.
Seven-day Weather Risk Overview
The graphic shows the daily risk summary for 7 days. Daily risk is based on highest risk factor for that day.
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