Jersey Shore rip current risk is high this weekend – here's what to know.
The National Weather Service has issued coastal hazard alerts for these rip current risks through Saturday evening for the New Jersey beaches. Dangerous rip currents could still be present Sunday for the Delaware beaches.
Here are a few tips to keep you safe.
If you are caught in a rip current pulling you out to sea, or a cross current swiftly pulling you down the shore, this is what you need to do.
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