rip current
noun
: a strong usually narrow surface current flowing outward from a shore that results from the return flow of waves and wind-driven water
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That strong onshore wind will also lead to a dangerous high risk of rip currents along the Atlantic beaches.
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Lissette Gonzalez, Miami Herald, 25 May 2026
If caught in a rip current, relax and float.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 25 May 2026
Taking a swim could be dangerous due to a high rip current risk and a chilly water temperature of 55.
—Andrew Kozak, CBS News, 24 May 2026
Moderate to high risks for rip currents will exist at all area beaches throughout the weekend.
—Garfield Hylton, The Orlando Sentinel, 22 May 2026
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Lissette Gonzalez, Miami Herald, 25 May 2026
If caught in a rip current, relax and float.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 25 May 2026
Taking a swim could be dangerous due to a high rip current risk and a chilly water temperature of 55.
—Andrew Kozak, CBS News, 24 May 2026
Moderate to high risks for rip currents will exist at all area beaches throughout the weekend.
—Garfield Hylton, The Orlando Sentinel, 22 May 2026
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“Rip current.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rip%20current. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.
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