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Rip Currents

May 28, 2012; 5:00 AM ET

Rip currents are a lifeguard's worst nightmare and account for about 80% of all beach rescues. Adrienne Veilleux explains more about this dangerous beach phenomenon.

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Rip currents are a lifeguard's worst nightmare and account for about 80% of all beach rescues. Adrienne Veilleux explains more about this dangerous beach phenomenon.
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