rip currents

Plan on heat index values over 100 degrees. In addition, rip currents are expected at Atlantic and Panhandle beaches.

A firefighter from Georgia and two fathers who drowned while trying to save their children are among at least 10 recent victims of rip currents along Gulf of Mexico beaches.

Double red flags were posted at the beach, meaning no swimming is allowed due to hazardous conditions.

Especially during Hurricane Season, Florida Panhandle beaches as well as much of the Gulf coast can experience a high risk of rip currents, which can lead…