Here’s another video by OBcean Michael Claiss – this one is on ‘how to identify and survive a rip current.’
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This is important info for OBceans (and everyone else). BIG rip on middle beach many days.
THANK YOU for POSTING. SHARING! –John Edward
This is the best illustrated description of a rip current I’ve ever seen, and I’ve been living for 52 years near Windansea where there’s a rip named after a kid who died in it. Good job, good description and thanks for the calm narration.
It should be shown at every school and rec center in the County.
Cool video! Love the graphics. I didn’t realize it can actually be quite easy to spot a rip current. Thanks for the tips!
2 people rescued in dangerous rip tide in Pacific Beach. https://sg.news.yahoo.com/beachgoers-rescued-san-diego-beach-053252216.html