NOAA announced it will be launching a rip current risk map in 2025 for danger posed by storms, even when far from shore.

That's out of 91 total deaths in the U.S. Since 2010, the vast majority of rip current deaths have happened to men and boys; 635 out of a total 731 victims were male, NOAA data shows. The deaths ...

“Rip currents are the third most common cause of fatalities during a storm,” said Berg. Also, NOAA will start informing ... increase public awareness and improve safety.

Rip currents are fast moving channels of ... Also never swim without a lifeguard present. Other safety tips include checking NOAA's surf zone forecast before going to the beach and knowing your ...

and now rip current mortality exceeds that of storm surge," said Rhome. As the community prepares for hurricane season, these advancements aim to enhance safety and awareness.

Thousands of swimmers were warned of dangerous waters in South Florida over Easter weekend after a 13-year-old boy died in an accidental ocean drowning while swimming near a lifeguard tower in ...