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Rip Current Statement: Mobile Coastal; Baldwin Coastal; Escambia Coastal; Santa Rosa Coastal; Okaloosa Coastal
A rip current statement has been issued for Mobile, Baldwin, Escambia, Santa Rosa, and Okaloosa Coastal areas, warning of dangerous conditions effective until 6 PM CDT. Swimmers are advised to stay close to lifeguards and follow safety precautions.
Affected area: Mobile Coastal; Baldwin Coastal; Escambia Coastal; Santa Rosa Coastal; Okaloosa Coastal
Severity: Moderate · Effective: July 24, 2026 1:09 pm · Expires: July 24, 2026 6:00 pm
* WHAT…Dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE…In Alabama, Mobile Coastal and Baldwin Coastal
Counties. In Florida, Escambia Coastal, Santa Rosa Coastal and
Okaloosa Coastal Counties.
* WHEN…Until 6 PM CDT this evening.
* IMPACTS…Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water.
Precautionary / preparedness actions
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don’t swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
Source: NWS Mobile AL (U.S. National Weather Service). Always follow official guidance. weather.gov
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