Do not drive through flooded roadways. If caught in a rip current, remain calm. Swim in a direction following the shoreline. If tired, float or tread water until out of the rip current. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help. Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.

* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents expected. For the Coastal Flood Statement, up to one half foot of inundation above ground level expected in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Maryland Beaches County. * WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, until 8 PM EDT this evening. For the Coastal Flood Statement, until 7 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Shallow flooding is possible in the most vulnerable locations near the waterfront and shoreline. Large breaking waves of 4 to 6 feet and rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.