Current Beach Conditions

Date		Beach	Comments
Off Season		All Beaches	No lifeguards on duty in the off-season.

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Flag Legend
	No Swimming Flag Conditions: Swimming in this area is dangerous.
	Red Flag Conditions: For Your Safety the Beach is Closed Rough and dangerouis ocean conditions Weather and surf conditions may change suddenly Surf conditions running 3 ft. and larger Strong currents White caps due to high wind conditions Portuguese man-o-war (Jellyfish) may exist near shoreline.
	Yellow Flag Conditions: Please use caution at all times. Surf conditions up to 3 ft. Wind and surf conditions may also change with little or no warning. Currents may exist under the ocean surface
	Green Flag Conditions: Have fun and be safe! Calm Conditions Use caution

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Beach Access Location Number

When you arrive at the beach - note your Beach Access Location Number which will be posted at the beach entrance. In case of emergency, when calling for assistance, give the operator this Beach Access Location Number so emergency vehicles can find you quickly.

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Rules & Regulations	Whistle Alerts
Take direction from lifeguards at all times Floatation devices allowed at lifeguard's discretion No un-leashed dogs are allowed No fishing No kite flying No vehicles allowed No open fires No alcohol No beach holes deeper than the patrons waist. Please fill in your hole before you leave.	Long Whistle Emergency, Exit the water   Short Whistles Lifeguard needs your attention, Follow directions.

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Watch for the following saftey signs at the beach.
	The "shelf" or "drop point" of the Island rapidly begins to decline and waters become very deep within short distances from the shore.
	These are swift moving channels of water against which it is difficult to swim. Strong currents frequently accompany high surf and rapid tide changes and can be recognized as a turbulent channel of water between areas where waves are breaking. When caught in a strong current -- Try to keep a level head, i.e., don't panic! Wave one or both hands in the air, and scream or call for help. Swim diagonally to the current, not against it.
	High Surf occurs mostly on the south shore. If you're uncertain of your abilities, don't go into the ocean during high surf, heed all posted high surf warnings! Your life could depend on it!
	This is the condition when waves break directly on the shore. Shorebreaks are unpredictable and dangerous. They have caused many serious neck and spinal injuries to both experienced and inexperienced bodysurfers and swimmers.  Small waves can be very dangerous, too! Be sure to ask a lifeguard about the wave conditions at the beach you may be attending. Be especially careful when the surf's up and running fast!
	Jellyfish stings can be quite painful and even life threatening for some. Should you be stung, see a lifeguard for minor first aid assistance. If necessary dial 911 and give your beach entrance number. In very severe circumstances, these stings cause anaphylactic shock in some persons - some of the severe symptomatic manifestations include shortness of breath and irregular heartbeat or cardiac arrest. IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION MAY BE REQUIRED!
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