Rip Currents: Preparedness and Prevention

Published: June 29, 2023, 12:51 p.m.

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Rip currents are powerful, channeled currents of water that can move at speeds of up to eight feet per second, and can occur at any beach with breaking waves. This image shows a rip current using a harmless green dye.

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Rip currents pose a threat to those that spend time in the ocean or Great Lakes. In this episode, Dr. Gregory Dusek, senior scientist with NOAA\\u2019s National Ocean Service, talks with us about rip currents, NOAA\\u2019s national rip current forecast model, and ways to protect yourself and others from this public safety risk.

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