Rip Current Statement

Locations Affected

Jacksonville, FL ∙ Brunswick, GA ∙ Jacksonville Beach, FL ∙ Saint Simons Island, GA ∙ Saint Augustine Shores, FL ∙ Arlington, FL ∙ Beverly Beach, FL ∙ Elliotts Bluff, GA ∙ American Beach, FL ∙ Saint Andrew Sound, GA

Full Alert Message

Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Jacksonville FL 201 PM EDT Mon Sep 8 2025 ...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE TUESDAY NIGHT... ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 5 AM EDT WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents and rough surf. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding expected around times of high tide. Minor beach erosion possible. * WHERE...Southeast Georgia Beaches. * WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, through late Tuesday night. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 6 PM this evening to 5 AM EDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. 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.

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