Active AlertsMelbourne, FL

What: A developing southward flowing longshore current and a Moderate risk of rip currents is expected.
Where: The beaches of Volusia, Brevard, Indian River, Saint Lucie, and Martin counties.
When: Through late tonight.
Impacts: North winds 15 to 20 mph and gusty behind a cold front will produce a north to south current parallel to the coast. These currents can push swimmers into deeper water and possibly into rip currents.

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.