Surf's up, beach lovers, but not in the way you might hope! The National Weather Service is sounding the alarm with a high rip current risk that'll keep you on the sand today. From Brooklyn to the Hamptons, our coastal zones are brewing up some serious surf drama.
Expect cloudy skies and a chance of rain, with east winds howling between 15 to 20 miles per hour. Surf heights are hovering around 3 to 4 feet, which might look tempting but trust me, they're packing a punch. Water temperatures are chillin' in the upper 60s, and the UV index is low - so if you were planning on working on that tan, think again.
Beach-goers, listen up! The rip current risk is sky-high until 6 PM. This means the ocean is basically saying Stay Out! Life-threatening currents are lurking, ready to catch unsuspecting swimmers off guard. Even experienced swimmers should think twice before venturing into these waters.
If you absolutely must enter the surf zone, here's your survival guide: Always bring a flotation device, swim near a lifeguard, and if you get caught in a rip current, don't panic. Float, relax, and if you can't swim parallel to the shore, face the beach and yell for help.
Low tides are rolling in around midday at various inlets, with sunset painting the sky around 6:40 PM. Pro tip: These forecasts won't return until Memorial Day weekend next year, so make your beach memories count - from a safe distance today!
Stay safe, stay smart, and enjoy the view from the shoreline!