Rip current statement affecting Mobile and Baldwin counties Saturday and Sunday

The National Weather Service released a rip current statement at 1:38 p.m. on Friday valid from Saturday 6 p.m. until Sunday 6 p.m. for Mobile and Baldwin counties.

The weather service comments, “Dangerous rip currents expected.”

“Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water,” explains the weather service. “Swim near a lifeguard. 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.”

What to do if you get caught in a rip current?

Rip currents, swift channels of water flowing away from the shore at surf beaches, can be dangerous. Understanding how to respond when caught in one is crucial. The weather service offers these life-saving tips:…

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