NWS Rip Current Statement for Okaloosa, Santa Rosa Coasts Runs Through Monday Evening
The National Weather Service in Mobile warns of dangerous rip currents on the Okaloosa and Santa Rosa coasts from Saturday, Oct. 24, through Monday evening, Oct. 26, 2026.
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The National Weather Service (NWS) office in Mobile/Pensacola issued a Rip Current Statement at 6:01 p.m. CDT on Oct. 23, 2026. The alert text reads: “Dangerous rip currents expected.”
Where the statement applies
- Florida: Escambia Coastal, Santa Rosa Coastal and Okaloosa Coastal counties
- Alabama: Mobile Coastal and Baldwin Coastal counties
When it is in effect
The alert says the hazard runs “From Saturday morning through Monday evening,” which is Saturday, Oct. 24, through Monday, Oct. 26. The statement is in effect until 7:00 p.m. CDT on Monday, Oct. 26.
What the NWS advises
“Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don’t swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.”
Source: NWS Mobile/Pensacola alert text, issued Oct. 23, 2026.
