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We all love the beach in the summer. The sun, the sand, and the surf. But just because we're having fun, doesn't mean we can forget about safety.
Rip currents account for 80% of beach rescues, and can be dangerous or deadly if you don't know what to do.
Know before you go. Check local beach forecasts before you head to the beach, and always swim near lifeguards. Look for any warning signs or flags. If you're unsure about conditions, ask a lifeguard. And know how to swim before you venture in.
If you do happen to be caught in a rip current, stay calm. It won't pull you under - it'll just pull you away from shore. If you try to fight the rip current and swim against it, you'll just get worn out. Instead - float!
If you're a good swimmer, swim parallel to shore until you've cleared the pull of the rip current. Swim with the waves, allowing them to push you to shore.
If you can, wave and yell to get the attention of lifeguards and people on shore to let them know you need help.
If you're on shore and see someone in trouble in a rip current call for help! If a lifeguard is not available, throw in something that floats or extend a reaching object, but don't try to be a hero and make the rescue yourself. Even trained lifeguards only attempt a rescue using a flotation device.
Rip currents can be dangerous, but if you know your options, survey your situation, and stay calm, you can stay safe and continue to have fun in the surf, sand, and sun.
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El agua parece estar lista para entrar a nadar, pero puede haber un peligro esperando a los que lo hacen.
Esta fuerza potencialmente mortal es la amenaza número 1 de seguridad en las playas, se llama corriente de resaca.
Las corrientes de resaca son canales rápidos y potentes de agua que fluyen de la playa y hacia más allá de la rompiente de las olas. Y antes de que se dé cuenta, puede ser arrastrado lejos de la costa.
Pueden ser realmente difíciles de detectar, por lo tanto tenga cuidado si ve lo siguiente: un canal de agua agitada y revuelta; un área con una notable diferencia de color; una línea de espuma, de algas o basura en movimiento constante hacia el mar, y / o una ruptura en el movimiento de las olas. Si queda atrapado en una:
Si no puede escapar de ella:
Si ve a alguien atrapado en una,
El mar puede ser una fuente de diversión y emociones, pero siempre se debe tener cuidado de los peligros que en él existen. Sólo acuda a las playas resguardadas con personal salvavidas. Antes de su próximo viaje a la playa, aprenda cómo reconocer una corriente de resaca y la forma de salir de ella si es necesario.
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