Jacksonville area beaches are under a high rip current risk

WEATHER ALERT: Jacksonville area beaches are under a high rip current risk, with dangerous surf conditions predicted through at least Saturday. Wave heights are expected to reach 6 feet or more along the Northeast Florida coast, especially from St. Augustine north through Jacksonville, St. Marys and Brunswick. The Weather Authority is strongly advising against getting in the water unless you are a highly experienced swimmer. For more updates, click the link in our bio and download the News4JAX Weather Authority App.