Rip Current — Coastal Georgetown, South Carolina
2024-07-12 · Coastal Georgetown, South Carolina
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Direct deaths
Event narrative
Two teens were caught in a strong rip current at Litchfield Beach the evening of July 12th. One teen made it back to shore. The other teen, a 17 year old male, drowned.
Wider weather episode
A 17 year old male drowned in a rip current at Litchfield Beach.
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1187626. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.