Expert Talks about Rip Current Implications
Fox21Online July 8, 2021 DULUTH, Minn.– Big waves are one of the first signs to look out for when determining dangerous swimming conditions because when there are bigger waves, rip currents are more likely to happen. One local expert tells us what a rip current is, and reminds us of the dangers of them, especially here on Lake Superior. “This is our ocean here, Lake Superior, it behaves a lot like it. A rip current simply, is a very narrow channel of water that’s blowing away from shore, and the water can move really fast. If you do happen to get caught in one, remember not to swim agai...