What is a rip current? Rip currents are fast-moving channels of water that flow from the shore back to the ocean. While they may look harmless, a rip current can pose serious risks to swimmers who ...

"Rip currents exist due to breaking waves and, more importantly, the variability in wave breaking both over time and space," Dr Brander told the ABC. "Basically when waves break, the water level ...

Many people believe hurricanes or tornadoes rank as Florida’s most dangerous weather phenomena. But the real threat is often ...

Languages: English. Coastal regions in Texas and Florida are under advisories from the National Weather Service (NWS) because of dangerous rip currents, with meteorologists warning that swimmers ...