Rip current

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⚠️ Check: Is the area safe for you to approach?

Do not fight it. Float. Swim sideways along the beach.

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DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT fight the current by swimming directly toward shore.

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DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT panic and exhaust yourself within minutes.

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DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT assume someone will jump in to save you — signal clearly.

DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Wave both arms overhead and shout to people on shore.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — If someone calls 112 for you, they should report rip current and your location relative to lifeguard tower or landmark.

DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — If rescued after exhaustion or swallowing water, accept medical evaluation.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Secondary drowning symptoms can develop after leaving the water.

Know your limits: DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do not attempt to swim to someone in a rip current unless you are a trained lifeguard.

This helper does not contact emergency services. You must call yourself.

When you are safe, you can read more about this emergency.

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