Okaloosa public safety

Public Safety officials remind beachgoers to always observe the county’s
beach flag warning system which consists of a green flag indicating safe
swimming conditions, yellow flag for medium hazard, red flag for high hazard
and purple flag indicating the presence of marine pests. A double red flag flying
along public beaches signify that the waters are closed. Officials also recommend
to swim in areas with lifeguards on duty and to always utilize caution when in the
water.

PSAs: Beach Safety
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Our sugar-white beaches and emerald green waters are one of nature’s gifts and we
encourage everyone to enjoy them safely. Inexperienced and young swimmers should
swim in public beaches, where a lifeguard is present. Please be observant of the Warning
Flags placed along public beaches and make wise decisions when entering the water. A
Green flag mean calm conditions, yellow flag means a moderate surf, red flag means
strong, hazardous currents, and purple flags indicate marine pests such as jellyfish, may
be present. If a double red flag is flying, the water is off limits. The Okaloosa County
Department of Public Safety reminds everyone to have fun, be careful, and ask the
lifeguard for assistance. Weather and flag conditions, a list of public beaches with
lifeguards and many helpful hints can be accessed on our web site at
www.co.okaloosa.fl.us.

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