Rip Current — Northwest, Puerto Rico

2015-02-17 · Northwest, Puerto Rico

Event narrative

A surfer lost his life surfing at the Tres Palmas Beach in Rincon.

Wider weather episode

Surface high pressure ridge affected the region. Showers were observed along the north coast of Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Large breaking waves and dangerous rip currents affected the north facing coasts of Puerto Rico and the Northern U.S. Virgin Islands resulting in dangerous surf conditions. A high surf advisory was issued until 10 pm AST.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 560658. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.