Danger Zone: Rip Current Survival Guide

3 minutes 10 seconds

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A rip current is a narrow, fast-moving channel of water that starts near the beach and extends offshore through the line of breaking waves. If a swimmer gets caught in a rip current, the best thing they can do is stay calm. The current will not pull a swimmer underwater, but it will pull them away from shore. A swimmer caught in a rip current should float and wave for help. Do not try to swim back to shore or against the rip current. Part of the "Danger Zone" series.

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Runtime: 3 minutes 10 seconds

Topic: Health and Safety, Science
Subtopic: Oceanography, Safety, Weather
Grade/Interest Level: 7 - 12
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Release Year: 2015
Producer/Distributor: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Series: Danger Zone

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