Dangerous rip currents possible headed into 4th of July holiday

Florida’s warm waters and bright sunny beaches attract millions of tourists each year, but there’s a hidden danger that is hard to spot from land, and it’s the driver of the biggest weather-related killer in the State: rip currents. These hidden dangers form when waves break near the shoreline, pile up water and form a narrow stream that flows quickly away from shore. Experts say it’s that extra pull that can panic swimmers, which can lead to fatigue and eventually drowning.

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