
06/18/2025
Many people have died trying to rescue rip current victims. Here are the best ways to help:
✔️ Alert the lifeguard. If no lifeguard is available, call 911.
✔️ Yell to the victim to swim parallel to the shoreline until they escape the pull.
✔️ If possible, throw the rip current victim something that floats: a boogie board, pool float, etc.
✔️Do not enter the water and do not lose sight of the victim.
Don't become a victim while trying to help someone else. Know your location and call for help.
For more beach safety tips, head to LoveTheBeachRespectTheOcean.com.
Text OBXBeachConditions to 77295 to receive a daily beach conditions forecast.