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Not really sure where I should share this, BUT, here’s an important safety tip: If you are EVER caught in a riptide: 1) DO. NOT. FIGHT. IT! 2) Stay calm and relaxed the best you can. 3) Swim PARALLEL to the beach until you’re clear of the tide.
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Anonymous 5w

If you cannot swim out of the current: Float or tread water (to save energy) Signal for help!

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Anonymous 5w

As someone who got pulled into the ocean a month ago and nearly died, absolutely. I only survived because the wind made the waves freak out, and I happened to get pushed back onto the reef

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Anonymous 5w

now im ready for my daily riptide fighting thank u

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Anonymous 5w

Also!! You can sometimes see them or at least know where they are probably forming because the waves will look unnatural! Either theres no waves in a spot or they will be going in a different direction than the rest of the water! Just ime

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Anonymous 5w

First problem, how do I swim?

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Anonymous replying to -> #1 4w

You should probably take physical lessons with a professional instead of asking yik yak. We can’t really help with that.

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