What happened: Palm Beach County Fire Rescue is warning people to stay out of the ocean this weekend as heavy surf and currents create dangerous swimming conditions along the coast.
Background: The warning comes as crews trained for the same conditions they could face during a real water rescue. Personal Rescue Watercraft worked alongside a U.S.
Coast Guard helicopter during a training exercise focused on navigating heavy surf and strong currents. The conditions that made for valuable rescue training also make the ocean especially dangerous for swimmers.
For those who do head to the beach, fire rescue recommends choosing a beach with lifeguards and following all instructions from ocean rescue personnel. The training is part of PBCFR's efforts to prepare crews for emergencies in the same challenging conditions beachgoers may encounter.
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