Rip currents: The hidden beach hazard and how to survive it

CEBU CITY, Philippines — What may look like a calm and inviting stretch of beach can sometimes hide one of the ocean’s deadliest dangers—rip currents. Rip currents are responsible for numerous beach rescues and drowning incidents around the world each year. As more families and tourists flock to coastal destinations, understanding how rip currents form, how to spot them, and what to do when caught in one can mean the difference between life and death. READ: Ateneo players’ deaths: Coach Baldwin breaks silence, expresses remorse What is a rip current? A rip current is a powerful, narrow channel of water […]... Keep on reading: Rip currents: The hidden beach hazard and how to survive it