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Rip Tide Statement
Issued: 3:42 AM Jan. 17, 2021 – National Weather Service
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING... * WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, respiratory irritation associated with Red Tide possible in some coastal areas. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Coastal Collier County. * WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, until 10 PM EST this evening. For the High Rip Current Risk, through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. Exposure to red tide can cause coughing, sneezing, and tearing eyes. People with asthma, emphysema, or any chronic lung disease may be more sensitive. Irritation may vary by beach and throughout the day. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... 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. &&
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