Active AlertsHarwich, MA

Rip Current Statement

Issued at Mon 4:46 AM Jun. 8
Issued by: National Weather Service
Description

What: Dangerous rip currents expected.
Where: Barnstable MA and Nantucket MA Counties.
When: From 8 AM EDT 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.

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