A day at the beach is all about fun and relaxation. However, there is a hidden danger lurking in the water that can turn a relaxing visit into a deadly tragedy — rip currents. According to the ...
Memorial Day weekend is just over a week away and will bring throngs of people to Florida’s beaches, as it is widely considered the unofficial “start of the summer” in the U.S. And while we share the ...
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WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The National Weather Service (NWS) reports that rip currents are the number one weather-related killer in the coastal Carolinas. On average, rip currents kill eight people ...
Florida ranks fifth in the U.S. for the most drowning deaths in natural bodies of water, per public CDC data. Rip currents, common in Florida regardless of weather, are powerful channels of water ...
With the return of summer heat, splash pads, swimming pools and the beach remain some of the most popular ways to stay cool. Even seemingly tranquil water can pose unseen risks due to dangerous ...
PhD Student in Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of Washington Emma Shie Nuss receives funding from National Science Foundation and the Office of Naval Research. Audrey Casper receives ...
Rip currents are strong channels of water flowing away from shore, often found near breaks in sandbars or structures. Signs of a rip current include a channel of choppy water, a noticeable color ...