Lifeguards warn Long Islanders of high rip current risk on South Shore

A rip current warning was effect across Long Island’s South Shore through Wednesday evening.

News 12 Staff

Jul 17, 2024, 4:29 PM

Updated 149 days ago

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The surf was rough along Jones Beach and officials say over the past few days lifeguards have saved more than 80 people caught in rip currents.
A rip current warning was effect across Long Island’s South Shore through Wednesday evening.
The high risk means life threatening rip currents are likely, and the surf zone is dangerous for all swimmers.