The NWS Tallahassee has issued a gale alert and high rip current risk for Walton, Bay and Gulf beaches. The NWS Mobile Rip Current Statement for Okaloosa, Santa Rosa and Escambia runs until 6:00 a.m. CDT on Oct. 20.
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The National Weather Service warns of dangerous rip currents along Okaloosa, Santa Rosa and Escambia coastal counties through late Monday, Oct. 19, 2026.