Summary
Thousands of people in California, Florida, and Texas have been warned by the National Weather Service to stay out of the water because of dangerous waves, high surf, and rip currents. These conditions can lead to drowning and other serious accidents. The advice includes staying close to lifeguards if swimming and specific instructions for what to do if caught in a rip current.
Key Facts
- The National Weather Service warned about dangerous sea conditions in California, Florida, and Texas.
- High surf and rip current warnings are issued for specific beaches in these states until Tuesday night.
- In California, waves could reach up to 12 feet, increasing the risk of drowning.
- Florida beaches are under high rip current risk, with a warning that rip currents can sweep swimmers out to sea.
- Some Texas coastlines have a rip current warning in effect.
- Swimmers caught in rip currents are advised not to fight against it and to swim parallel to the shoreline.
- If unable to escape a rip current, swimmers should tread water, stay calm, and call for help.
- It is advised not to personally attempt rescues, but to contact lifeguards or call 911 for help.
