The beach flags for South Walton's beaches will be RED and purple at this time. There are a number of strong rip currents present, especially in the vicinity of the dune lake washouts. Jellyfish have also been reported across the beaches of South Walton.
Wave heights: Around 2 feet with light offshore winds early switching to onshore this afternoon @ 5-10 knots.
Rip current risk: High a high risk of rip currents means that wind, wave and tidal conditions all support the development of strong and dangerous rip currents. Lake washouts and soft edges of sand bars can also add to rip current development. Rip currents have the potential to form very quickly at any location across the beaches of South Walton. Deep channels between the sand bars are where the water brought in from the wave action funnels back out. Strong rip currents can take even the strongest swimmers away from shore. Please pay attention to the beach flags, if you are unsure whether rip currents are present check with a lifeguard, or stay on the shore.
