Summer is coming to a close and the swells of fall and winter are coming soon. With that in mind, here are some great safety tips from Kauai Beach Explorer:
- Swim at lifeguarded beaches – ask lifeguards for safety and swimming tips.
- Lifeguards post warning signs – Don’t ignore them! Read them and heed them!
- Conditions constantly change – daily and seasonal changes must be monitored closely
- Waves come in sets – it can look calm for up to 20 minutes between dangerous sets of huge waves.
- Hazards can exist in ANY coastal area - not just in the water. Be careful on wet sand and rocks.
- Do not fight a rip current – if caught in a current keep calm, float, breathe, don’t panic, and wave for help. Go WITH the current and conserve energy.
- Use the buddy system – never swim alone & know your limits.
- When in doubt – don't go out!