Beach Hazards Statement issued February 20 at 1:09AM EST until February 21 at 4:00AM EST by NWS Melbourne FL

* WHAT…A strong southward-flowing longshore current will exist
at all central Florida Atlantic beaches today, in addition to a
moderate risk for dangerous rip currents.

* WHERE…Coastal Volusia, Brevard, Indian River, Saint Lucie, and
Martin Counties.

* WHEN…Through late tonight.

* IMPACTS…The southward-flowing current could pull swimmers into
deeper water, making them more susceptible to dangerous rip
currents. It will also generate strong rip currents near piers,
jetties, and reefs.

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