How to survive a rip current. 1. Identify the fact that you’re in a rip current. This seems like it would be obvious, but when you’re in the moment and you’re having fun in the water, it can take a while to realize there’s a problem. Having awareness is crucial. 2. Stay calm and don’t waste energy swimming against the current, this is partly why rip currents are so dangerous. People fatigue themselves out frantically trying to swim to shore, and can drown before anyone on the beach even realizes

🌊 Do you know how to spot and escape a rip current? Swim parallel to the shore and if you can't escape, float to live. 🚩 Find your nearest lifeguarded beach ➡️ bit.ly/3ciKtKz 🚨 In an emergency, call Coastguard 999 | Cornwall Council