A red flag is posted on Jones Beach in Wantagh, New York, in 2021. Howard Schnapp/Newsday RM via Getty Images As with many things, red indicates hazards on the beach.

Red flag: High Hazard: High surf and/or dangerous currents; beach patrons encouraged to remain out of the water Double red flag : Water Closed: No swimming or wading ...

A purple flag below a red flag in Miami's South Beach. | Dan Lundberg, Flickr // CC BY-SA 2.0. A purple or blue flag indicates the presence of dangerous marine pests, like jellyfish or stingrays.

A red flag warning on the beach is a serious safety alert issued by lifeguards or beach authorities. It signifies extremely dangerous swimming conditions due to strong currents, high surf, or a ...

🔴🚫 The double red flag means the "beach is closed to swimmers." What should I do when I see the flags? Florida's system does not accompany the warnings with specific instructions.

Despite the red flag on the beach, another guest claims the resort didn't provide adequate warning about the dangerous water ...

Some beach communities will prohibit swimming and wading, so be sure to check local guidelines. At Pensacola Beach, a red flag means wading and swimming is prohibited in the Gulf of Mexico.

A man drowned on Holmes Beach Saturday afternoon, amid red flags being posted along Anna Maria Island, according to the West Manatee Fire Rescue District.

Of this year's drownings, three happened within the city limits of PCB. They were on March 27 near Beach Access 36, June 20 near Beach Access 54 and June 24 near Beach Access 54.

Despite the red flag on the beach, another guest claims the resort didn't provide adequate warning about the dangerous water conditions Alamy Stock Photo Sudiksha Konanki, a 20-year-old University ...