Tips to "Break the Grip of the Rip"

To view current current rip tide risks, surf zone forecast, water temperatures, etc. click on Emerald Isle on the coastal map linked below:

View NOAA's Coastal / Marine Hazards/Rip Current website for conditions in our area

View NOAA's Rip Current Risk Maps for conditions in our area

Beach Safety FAQs

You can view a video about the beach warning flag system here: