Surf conditions dangerous in P.E.I. National Park

High winds and surf conditions could cause rip currents to form

Image | Cabot Beach

Caption: Parks Canada says current surf conditions at Prince Edward Island National Park are dangerous to swimmers. (Jane Robertson/CBC)

Parks Canada is warning that surf conditions in Prince Edward Island National Park are dangerous and has recommended people stay out of the water.
In a release, Parks Canada says high winds and surf conditions could cause rip currents to form, causing a danger for swimmers.
Rip currents move away from shore and are often too powerful for people to swim against.

Image | Rip current sign

Caption: This sign, placed at beaches in the Prince Edward Island National Park, illustrates what swimmers should do if they're caught in rip currents. (Steve Bruce/CBC)

Swimmers caught in a rip current should not try to swim against it. Remain calm and swim parallel to the shore, water safety experts say.

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