Rip Current Escape: How to Rescue Yourself

If you are caught by rip current and no one to rescue, don't panic, relax, then swim out of the side as shown in the infographic image.

Caught in a rip current

Try to remain calm to conserve energy. Neverswim agaisnt the current

Think of it like a treadmil you can't turn off. You want to step to the side of it.

Swim parallel to shore to get out of the current.

If you can't escape, tread water. rip current strength eventually subsides off shore.

If you are tired, wave your arms and yell for help.

Know how to swim.

Don't swim where there is no lifeguard on the beach.

Never swim alone.

If in doubt, avoid swimming.

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