rip current
noun
: a strong usually narrow surface current flowing outward from a shore that results from the return flow of waves and wind-driven water
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Dangerous swimming conditions are expected, with waves up to three to five feet and possible rip currents.
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Hope Karnopp, Journal Sentinel, 1 Sep. 2024
National Weather Service offices from Maine to Florida, warned of dangerous rip currents.
—John Bacon, USA TODAY, 18 Aug. 2024
But high surf and life-threatening rip currents are still anticipated over the next couple of days along the U.S. East Coast.
—David Brennan, ABC News, 18 Aug. 2024
At least 29 people have been killed in rip currents this year in the US and its territories, according to the National Weather Service.
—Mary Gilbert, CNN, 15 Aug. 2024
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Hope Karnopp, Journal Sentinel, 1 Sep. 2024
National Weather Service offices from Maine to Florida, warned of dangerous rip currents.
—John Bacon, USA TODAY, 18 Aug. 2024
But high surf and life-threatening rip currents are still anticipated over the next couple of days along the U.S. East Coast.
—David Brennan, ABC News, 18 Aug. 2024
At least 29 people have been killed in rip currents this year in the US and its territories, according to the National Weather Service.
—Mary Gilbert, CNN, 15 Aug. 2024
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“Rip current.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rip%20current. Accessed 17 Sep. 2024.
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