As the cooler months approach Escambia County, it is important to remember to practice water safety year round.
Already in effect, the 8.2 mile stretch of Pensacola Beach will be guarded daily for the duration of the fall and winter months by lifeguards in patrol vehicles; two lifeguards Monday through Thursday and three lifeguards Friday through Sunday, 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Remember:
- Never swim alone as depths and distances are deceiving. Knowing the water and what to expect before you go swimming may save your life.
- Rip currents account for more than 80 percent of rescues performed by surf beach lifeguards. A daily rip current outlook is included in the Surf Zone Forecast here.
- For a list of important Escambia County telephone numbers to keep in an accessible location as well as vehicles and safety kits, click here.
BeReadyEscambia.com is a valuable resource for all citizens and visitors to review for information pertaining to a variety of safety tips including shelter locations, natural disasters, animal preparedness and more. Follow @BeReadyEscambia on Twitter to stay in the know with the latest Escambia County happenings including weather alerts and general safety notifications and follow @MyPensacolaBch for specific news releated to Pensacola Beach.
