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How to spot a rip current (video)
Rips are complex, can quickly change shape and location, and at times, are difficult to see. The things to look for are deeper, dark-coloured water; fewer breaking waves; a rippled surface surrounded by smooth waters; and anything floating out to sea or foamy, discoloured, sandy, water flowing out beyond the waves. Rips don’t always show all of these signs at once. Can you spot a rip?
- Organisation:
- Surf Life Saving Australia
- Topic:
- Environmental health
- Target audience:
- General
- Service area:
- National
- Last reviewed:
- February 2024
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