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.

BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE TONIGHT... * WHAT...A strong southward flowing longshore current, with a moderate risk of dangerous rip currents, exists in the surf zone today. * WHERE...Coastal Volusia, Coastal Indian River, Coastal Saint Lucie, Coastal Martin, Mainland Northern Brevard, Northern Brevard Barrier Islands, Mainland Southern Brevard and Southern Brevard Barrier Islands Counties. * WHEN...Through late tonight. * IMPACTS...Breezy northwest winds will produce a strong southward flowing longshore current today, which can push swimmers into deeper water unexpectedly and make them more susceptible to dangerous rip currents.