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Rip Current Statement

Issued at Tue 2:03 AM Aug. 4

Issued by: National Weather Service

Description

What: Dangerous rip currents expected.
Where: Washington, Southern Bristol MA, Dukes MA, Nantucket MA, and Newport RI Counties.
When: From 5 AM EDT early this morning through this evening.
Impacts: Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

Recommended Action

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.