Rip Current — South Walton, Florida

2012-06-05 · South Walton, Florida

Wider weather episode

On June 5th, an 18 year old black male drowned due to a rip current near the Seagrove area. On June 7th, a 13 year old drowned due to a rip current near Miramar Beach at the Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort. Red flags were flying in both cases.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 376440. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.