Stronger rip currents expected in Gulf

The Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) reminds residents and visitors to use caution when visiting the beach, as a high risk of rip currents is expected along some of Florida’s coasts this week.

 An area of low pressure moving southward into the northern Gulf of Mexico will generate rough surf and large breaking waves up to 3-6 feet. The Emerald Coast, from Escambia through Gulf County, will see a moderate to high risk of rip currents through the end of the week.