Late August... and some Jersey shore lifeguards have left for school or a regular job. But it's prime time during the hurricane season, and the rip current risk has been heightened as a storm churns through the Atlantic.
New Jersey beach goers beware! There are some strong rip currents offshore these days. We have some advice from an expert about preventing a tragedy when you go in the water.
New Jersey's coast was delivered a one-two punch in the offseason from storms Joaquin and Jonas, tearing away a significant amount of sand from beaches.