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Beach Hazards In Santa Cruz County This Weekend
Sneaker waves and rip currents are possible at Santa Cruz County beaches. Officials issued the second beach hazards statement of the week.
SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, CA — National Weather Service officials are warning that beachgoers and swimmers use caution from Saturday evening to late Sunday night.
Sneaker waves and rip currents are possible along the Pacific coastline, and could sweep swimmers, surfers and beachgoers out to sea, according to NWS.
The public is asked to stay off the rocks, which can prove deadly under beach hazard conditions, and remain out of the water or stay close to occupied lifeguard towers.
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Anyone caught in a rip current should float and relax — not try to swim against the current — and swim parallel to the shoreline if possible, NWS said. If swimming is not possible, face the shore, and call or wave to get help.
Don't turn your back to the ocean, NWS said.
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