Today on The Sea Grant Files, hear more about Lake Superior's powerful waves, rip currents and how to navigate and enjoy the lake and it's beaches, safely. The surf in Duluth brings massive waves and dangerous rip currents and with Great Lakes drownings up last year, these tips on how to escape the grip of a rip current could save lives this summer.
Duluth has a flag system on Park Point beaches to alert swimmers of surf danger and rip current risks.
Red Flag: High Waves or Strong Rip Currents - stay out of the water
Yellow Flag: Moderate Surf and/or Currents - only strong swimmers should enter the water, floatation device recommended.
Green Flag: Low Risk, Calm conditions, Exercise caution; be aware of other swimmers in your party.
