Chatham County, GA

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In effect from Friday 10/30 9:46 AM EDT – Friday 10/30 8:00 PM EDT

Issued by NWS Charleston SC

What

Dangerous rip currents.

Where

Georgia Beaches.

When

Until 8 PM EDT this evening.

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

  • Coastal Bryan
  • Coastal Chatham
  • Coastal Liberty
  • Coastal McIntosh

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. 

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From the Forecaster

Continued Risk of Rip Currents Today

Created by the NWS Charleston WFO

⚠️ A High risk of rip currents is expected along Georgia beaches today, with a Moderate risk along South Carolina beaches. Rip currents are powerful channels of water that can quickly pull swimmers away from shore, even experienced swimmers. If possible, swim near a lifeguard.

⚠️ A High risk of rip currents is expected along Georgia beaches today, with a Moderate risk along South Carolina beaches. Rip currents are powerful channels of water that can quickly pull swimmers away from shore, even experienced swimmers. If possible, swim near a lifeguard.

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