Headline:
Rip Current Statement issued October 23 at 12:46AM EDT until October 26 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Event:
Rip Current Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 22, 2026 - 9:46pm
Expires:
October 23, 2026 - 2:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
For the Coastal Flood Watch, significant coastal flooding
possible.
* WHERE...Southeast Georgia Beaches.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, through Monday evening.
For the Coastal Flood Watch, from late tonight through Monday
evening.
* IMPACTS...Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
may be inundated. Some shoreline erosion may occur. Rip
currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into
deeper water.
Instruction:
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
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.
Area Description:
Coastal Nassau; Coastal Glynn; Coastal Camden
Forcast Office:
NWS Jacksonville FL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov