Rip Current Statement issued January 12 at 9:55PM AST until January 13 at 6:00PM AST by NWS San Juan PR

* WHAT…For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves around
13-15 feet and occasionally higher. For the High Risk of Rip
Currents, life-threatening rip currents.

* WHERE…Beaches of northern Puerto Rico, from Rincon to
Fajardo.

* WHEN…In effect hrough late Monday afternoon.

* IMPACTS…Rip currents that can sweep even the best swimmers
away from shore into deeper water where it becomes difficult
to return to safety. High waves that can wash over jetties and
sweep people and pets onto jagged rocks. Rough surf may also
knock you down.

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