Millions in Florida Told to Stay Out of the Water
Summary
The National Weather Service (NWS) has warned over 3 million people in Florida to avoid swimming due to dangerous rip currents along the coastline. The risk is expected to last through the weekend, affecting multiple coastal counties across the state.Key Facts
- The NWS issued high rip current risk warnings for Florida's coastline.
- Over 3 million residents and visitors are advised not to swim this weekend.
- The warnings affect areas from the Florida panhandle to Miami-Dade County.
- Rip currents can move as fast as 8 feet per second, making them dangerous.
- Rip current advisories also extend to some coastal counties in Alabama.
- Large waves, up to 10 feet, are also expected in some areas, increasing danger.
- The warnings are in place until late Sunday or early Monday, depending on the location.
- Beachgoers are advised to monitor updates and stay out of the water unless they are in lifeguard-protected areas.
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