Headline:
Rip Current Statement issued May 13 at 10:47AM EDT until May 14 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Event:
Rip Current Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 13, 2026 - 7:47am
Expires:
May 13, 2026 - 11:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...The beaches of Indian River, Saint Lucie and Martin
counties
* WHEN...Through late tonight.
* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water.
Instruction:
Rip currents are powerful channels of water flowing quickly away
from shore, which occur most often at low spots or breaks in the
sandbar and in the vicinity of structures such as jetties and
piers. Heed the advice of lifeguards, beach patrol flags and
signs.
Entering the surf is strongly discouraged. If caught in a rip
current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If
able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to
escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.
Area Description:
Coastal Indian River; Coastal St. Lucie; Coastal Martin
Forcast Office:
NWS Melbourne FL
Sender: