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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There is a moderate risk of strong rip currents at all Central Florida Atlantic beaches.
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Garfield Hylton, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Mar. 2026
Beachgoers can expect excellent conditions with a low rip current risk as water temperatures remain in the mid-70s.
—Shane Hinton, CBS News, 23 Mar. 2026
Street, Newport Beach ● 866-787-3226 Learn all about surfing, from the history of the sport to water safety, rip currents and sun protection.
—Jessie Dax-Setkus, Oc Register, 22 Mar. 2026
Rizzuto cautioned beachgoers about the high risk for rip currents, suggesting people swim only at beaches with lifeguards.
—Abigail Hasebroock, Sun Sentinel, 19 Mar. 2026
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Garfield Hylton, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Mar. 2026
Beachgoers can expect excellent conditions with a low rip current risk as water temperatures remain in the mid-70s.
—Shane Hinton, CBS News, 23 Mar. 2026
Street, Newport Beach ● 866-787-3226 Learn all about surfing, from the history of the sport to water safety, rip currents and sun protection.
—Jessie Dax-Setkus, Oc Register, 22 Mar. 2026
Rizzuto cautioned beachgoers about the high risk for rip currents, suggesting people swim only at beaches with lifeguards.
—Abigail Hasebroock, Sun Sentinel, 19 Mar. 2026
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“Rip current.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rip%20current. Accessed 30 Mar. 2026.
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