rip current
noun
: a strong usually narrow surface current flowing outward from a shore that results from the return flow of waves and wind-driven water
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Lawmakers have previously highlighted that low lifeguard staffing has created a public safety risk as the area is known for strong rip currents.
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Jt Moodee Lockman, CBS News, 18 May 2026
Additionally, a high risk of rip currents will linger through at least Tuesday evening across all Atlantic beaches.
—Sarah Perkel, USA Today, 18 May 2026
There is also a Moderate Risk of rip currents for Pender, New Hanover and Georgetown counties.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 12 May 2026
There is a moderate risk for rip currents at all Central Florida beaches.
—Garfield Hylton, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 May 2026
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Jt Moodee Lockman, CBS News, 18 May 2026
Additionally, a high risk of rip currents will linger through at least Tuesday evening across all Atlantic beaches.
—Sarah Perkel, USA Today, 18 May 2026
There is also a Moderate Risk of rip currents for Pender, New Hanover and Georgetown counties.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 12 May 2026
There is a moderate risk for rip currents at all Central Florida beaches.
—Garfield Hylton, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 May 2026
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“Rip current.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rip%20current. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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