Waves Breaking on Sandbar
Waves breaking on shallow bottom created by sandbar; even small waves can cause serious neck and spinal injuries. No bodysurfing or bodyboarding.
High Surf
Large, powerful waves generated by storms at sea.
This can cause serious neck and spinal injuries.
No bodysurfing or bodyboarding.
Dangerous Shore Break
Waves are breaking directly on shore. Even small waves can cause serious neck and spinal injuries.
No bodysurfing or bodyboarding.
Strong Current
Swift moving channels of water that are difficult to swim against, even for experienced swimmers. Can pull swimmer out to sea, with risk of drowning. No swimming.
Man o’ War
Toxic marine organisms; can cause pain and allergic reactions. No swimming.
Beach Closed
Extremely dangerous surf conditions. High risk of neck and spinal injuries and of drowning. Absolutely no swimming.
Red Flag
Indicates extremely dangerous conditions with high surf or high winds. No swimming.