Surf Zone Forecast - Rip Current Risk

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SURF ZONE FORECAST FOR NEW JERSEY AND DELAWARE
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE MOUNT HOLLY NJ
504 AM EDT SAT MAY 26 2012

.FOR THE BEACHES OF NEW JERSEY AND DELAWARE...

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DELAWARE BEACHES-EASTERN MONMOUTH-ATLANTIC COASTAL CAPE MAY-
COASTAL ATLANTIC-COASTAL OCEAN-
504 AM EDT SAT MAY 26 2012


THE RIP CURRENT FORECAST FOR TODAY IS...LOW.

WAVES IN THE SURF ZONE TODAY WILL BE 2 TO 3 FEET.

SURF TEMPERATURES ARE IN THE 60S.

A LOW RISK OF RIP CURRENTS IMPLIES THAT WIND AND WAVE CONDITIONS
ARE NOT EXPECTED TO SUPPORT THE DEVELOPMENT OF ENHANCED RIP
CURRENTS. HOWEVER... RIP CURRENTS ARE ALWAYS POSSIBLE...ESPECIALLY
NEAR JETTIES AND OTHER STRUCTURES.

DO NOT SWIM ON UNGUARDED BEACHES...AT NIGHT OR ALONE.

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Low Risk
A low risk of rip currents implies that wind and wave conditions are not expected to support the development of enhanced rip currents. However, Rip Currents are always possible, especially near jetties and other structures.
Moderate Risk
A moderate risk of rip currents implies that individuals planning to enter the surf should check with local beach patrols first. Be sure to swim within sight of a life guard, and never swim alone or at night.
High Risk
A high risk of rip currents means dangerous and potentially life threatening conditions exist for all people entering the surf.
Click here for the definition of Low Risk Rip Current Click here for the definition of Moderate Risk Rip Current Click here for the definition of High Risk Rip Current