Current A rip current is a swift current of water which flows from shore out to sea. It is caused by an excess of water accumulating inside the surfline from the incoming wave action. Seeking its own natural level, the water flows back out to sea through the lowest point in the bottom. A strong current is created. A rip current can usually be identified by brownish, choppy water, which appears to be pulling out to sea.
Rip currents are very dangerous and can pull people out to sea.
Swim parallel to shore until you are out of the rip current, then swim safely into shore. Rocks Rocks along the coastline are often covered with moss and algae and are very slippery. If the rocks are mossy or are wet from waves, that's a sure sign to exercise caution. Please, do not climb on coastal rocks and keep a safe distance from the sea. Ocean Dangers and Safety Tips.