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Rip Current Statement 75, NWS Tallahassee, FL

August 15, 20214 counties in Florida

NWS Tallahassee, FL issued this rip current statement at Aug 15, 2021, 1:12 AM CDT for 4 counties in Florida. It was in force for 4 days.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Aug 15, 2021, 1:12 AM CDT (06:12 UTC)
Expired
Aug 18, 2021, 7:00 PM CDT
In force
4 days
Issued by
NWS Tallahassee, FL

Counties Bay County, FL, Franklin County, FL, Gulf County, FL, Walton County, FL

The radar

The Eglin Afb radar (KEVX), 64 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 06:15 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

Open the radar archive at this moment

The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.

The nearest sounding before it

Tallahassee Rgnl, FL (KTLH), launched 00:00Z, 6.2 hours before the alert went out and 116 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Tallahassee Rgnl, FL at 00:00Z on 2021-08-15Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 2007 joules per kilogram.LCLEL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Tallahassee Rgnl, FL at 00:00Z on 2021-08-15The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity -36 square meters per square second.1939Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
2007 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
-9 J/kg
Mixed-layer LCL
1044 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
5 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
-36 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
-42 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

922 
WHUS42 KTAE 150612
CFWTAE

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Tallahassee FL
212 AM EDT Sun Aug 15 2021

FLZ108-112-114-115-152030-
/O.NEW.KTAE.SU.Y.0004.210816T0000Z-210818T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KTAE.RP.S.0075.210815T0612Z-210819T0000Z/
South Walton-Coastal Bay-Coastal Gulf-Coastal Franklin-
212 AM EDT Sun Aug 15 2021 /112 AM CDT Sun Aug 15 2021/

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/ THIS
EVENING TO 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/ TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of to 5
  to 7 feet expected in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current 
  Risk, dangerous rip currents.

* WHERE...Walton, Bay, Gulf, and Franklin County Beaches.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, from 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/ 
  this evening to 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/ Tuesday. For the High Rip 
  Current Risk, through Wednesday evening.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and 
  localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best 
  swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.

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.

&&

$$
9 follow-up statements
701 
WHUS42 KTAE 151603
CFWTAE

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Tallahassee FL
1203 PM EDT Sun Aug 15 2021

FLZ108-112-114-160000-
/O.NEW.KTAE.CF.Y.0001.210816T0000Z-210817T1800Z/
/O.CON.KTAE.SU.Y.0004.210816T0000Z-210818T0000Z/
/O.CON.KTAE.RP.S.0075.000000T0000Z-210819T0000Z/
South Walton-Coastal Bay-Coastal Gulf-
1203 PM EDT Sun Aug 15 2021 /1103 AM CDT Sun Aug 15 2021/

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/ THIS
EVENING TO 2 PM EDT /1 PM CDT/ TUESDAY...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/
THIS EVENING TO 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/ TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 6 to
  10 feet expected in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood
  Advisory, minor coastal flooding expected of 1-3 feet of
  inundation. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip 
  currents.

* WHERE...South Walton, Coastal Bay and Coastal Gulf Counties.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, from 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/ this
  evening to 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/ Tuesday. For the Coastal Flood
  Advisory, from 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/ this evening to 2 PM EDT /1
  PM CDT/ Tuesday. At Panama city Breach, high tide is at 2:26AM
  CDT Monday and 3:32 AM CDT Tuesday. For the High Rip Current 
  Risk, through Wednesday evening.

* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only 
  isolated road closures expected. Dangerous swimming and 
  surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip currents 
  can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper 
  water.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.

Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.

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.

&&

$$

FLZ134-160000-
/O.NEW.KTAE.CF.Y.0001.210816T0000Z-210817T1800Z/
Coastal Dixie-
1203 PM EDT Sun Aug 15 2021

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO
2 PM EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Minor coastal flooding expected of 1-3 feet of inundation.

* WHERE...Coastal Dixie County.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 2 PM EDT Tuesday. At
  Steinhatchee, high tide is at 7:57 AM EDT and 10:10 PM EDT
  Monday.

* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only 
  isolated road closures expected.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.

&&

$$

FLZ115-160000-
/O.CON.KTAE.SU.Y.0004.210816T0000Z-210818T0000Z/
/O.CON.KTAE.RP.S.0075.000000T0000Z-210819T0000Z/
Coastal Franklin-
1203 PM EDT Sun Aug 15 2021

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY
EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO
8 PM EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of to 
  5 to 7 feet expected in the surf zone. For the High Rip 
  Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.

* WHERE...Franklin County.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, from 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/ 
  this evening to 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/ Tuesday. For the High Rip 
  Current Risk, through Wednesday evening.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and 
  localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best 
  swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.

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.

&&

$$
921 
WHUS42 KTAE 151840
CFWTAE

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Tallahassee FL
240 PM EDT Sun Aug 15 2021

FLZ108-112-160245-
/O.UPG.KTAE.SU.Y.0004.210816T0000Z-210818T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KTAE.SU.W.0001.210816T0000Z-210818T0000Z/
/O.CON.KTAE.CF.Y.0001.210816T0000Z-210817T1800Z/
/O.CON.KTAE.RP.S.0075.000000T0000Z-210819T0000Z/
South Walton-Coastal Bay-
140 PM CDT Sun Aug 15 2021

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY
EVENING...
...HIGH SURF WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 7 PM CDT
TUESDAY...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS
EVENING TO 1 PM CDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Warning, dangerously large breaking
  waves of 8 to 12 feet expected in the surf zone. For the Coastal
  Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding expected with 1-3 feet of
  inundation. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip 
  currents.

* WHERE...South Walton and Coastal Bay Counties.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Warning, from 7 PM this evening to 7 PM
  CDT Tuesday. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 7 PM this
  evening to 1 PM CDT Tuesday. At Panama City Beach, high tide is
  at 2:26AM CDT Monday and 3:32 AM CDT Tuesday. For the High Rip 
  Current Risk, through Wednesday evening.

* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only 
  isolated road closures expected. Breaking waves can sweep 
  people off jetties and docks, and into dangerous seas. Life-
  threatening swimming conditions and significant beach erosion 
  can be expected. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers 
  away from shore into deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.

Everyone should remain out of the water due to life-threatening
surf conditions. Stay off of jetties, piers, and other waterside
infrastructure.

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.

&&

$$

FLZ114-160245-
/O.CON.KTAE.CF.Y.0001.210816T0000Z-210817T1800Z/
/O.CON.KTAE.SU.Y.0004.210816T0000Z-210818T0000Z/
/O.CON.KTAE.RP.S.0075.000000T0000Z-210819T0000Z/
Coastal Gulf-
240 PM EDT Sun Aug 15 2021 /140 PM CDT Sun Aug 15 2021/

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM EDT /7 PM
CDT/ THIS EVENING TO 2 PM EDT /1 PM CDT/ TUESDAY...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/
THIS EVENING TO 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/ TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 6 to
  8 feet expected in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood 
  Advisory, minor coastal flooding expected of 1-3 feet of 
  inundation. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip 
  currents.

* WHERE...South Walton, Coastal Bay and Coastal Gulf Counties.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, from 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/ this
  evening to 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/ Tuesday. For the Coastal Flood
  Advisory, from 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/ this evening to 2 PM EDT /1
  PM CDT/ Tuesday. For the High Rip Current Risk, through 
  Wednesday evening.

* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only 
  isolated road closures expected. Dangerous swimming and 
  surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip currents 
  can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper 
  water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.

Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.

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.

&&

$$

FLZ134-160245-
/O.CON.KTAE.CF.Y.0001.210816T0000Z-210817T1800Z/
Coastal Dixie-
240 PM EDT Sun Aug 15 2021

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS
EVENING TO 2 PM EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Minor coastal flooding expected of 1-3 feet of 
  inundation.

* WHERE...Coastal Dixie County.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 2 PM EDT Tuesday. At 
  Steinhatchee, high tide is at 7:57 AM EDT and 10:10 PM EDT 
  Monday.

* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only 
  isolated road closures expected.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.

&&

$$

FLZ115-160245-
/O.CON.KTAE.SU.Y.0004.210816T0000Z-210818T0000Z/
/O.CON.KTAE.RP.S.0075.000000T0000Z-210819T0000Z/
Coastal Franklin-
240 PM EDT Sun Aug 15 2021

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY
EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO
8 PM EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of to 
  5 to 7 feet expected in the surf zone. For the High Rip 
  Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.

* WHERE...Franklin County.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, from 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/ 
  this evening to 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/ Tuesday. For the High Rip 
  Current Risk, through Wednesday evening.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and 
  localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best 
  swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.

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.

&&

$$
600 
WHUS42 KTAE 152151
CFWTAE

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Tallahassee FL
551 PM EDT Sun Aug 15 2021

FLZ134-152300-
/O.CAN.KTAE.CF.Y.0001.210816T0000Z-210817T1800Z/
Coastal Dixie-
551 PM EDT Sun Aug 15 2021

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

The coastal flood advisory for Dixie County has been replaced with
a Storm Surge Warning.

$$

FLZ108-112-160600-
/O.CON.KTAE.SU.W.0001.210816T0000Z-210818T0000Z/
/O.CON.KTAE.CF.Y.0001.210816T0000Z-210817T1800Z/
/O.CON.KTAE.RP.S.0075.000000T0000Z-210819T0000Z/
South Walton-Coastal Bay-
451 PM CDT Sun Aug 15 2021

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY
EVENING...
...HIGH SURF WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT TUESDAY...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CDT
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Warning, dangerously large breaking 
  waves of 8 to 12 feet expected in the surf zone. For the 
  Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding expected with 1-
  3 feet of inundation. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous 
  rip currents.

* WHERE...South Walton and Coastal Bay Counties.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Warning, from 7 PM this evening to 7 
  PM CDT Tuesday. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 7 PM this 
  evening to 1 PM CDT Tuesday. At Panama City Beach, high tide 
  is at 2:26AM CDT Monday and 3:32 AM CDT Tuesday. For the High 
  Rip Current Risk, through Wednesday evening.

* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only 
  isolated road closures expected. Breaking waves can sweep 
  people off jetties and docks, and into dangerous seas. Life- 
  threatening swimming conditions and significant beach erosion 
  can be expected. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers 
  away from shore into deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.

Everyone should remain out of the water due to life-threatening
surf conditions. Stay off of jetties, piers, and other waterside
infrastructure.

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.

&&

$$

FLZ114-160600-
/O.CON.KTAE.CF.Y.0001.210816T0000Z-210817T1800Z/
/O.CON.KTAE.SU.Y.0004.210816T0000Z-210818T0000Z/
/O.CON.KTAE.RP.S.0075.000000T0000Z-210819T0000Z/
Coastal Gulf-
551 PM EDT Sun Aug 15 2021 /451 PM CDT Sun Aug 15 2021/

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT /1 PM
CDT/ TUESDAY...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 6 
  to 8 feet expected in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood 
  Advisory, minor coastal flooding expected of 1-3 feet of 
  inundation. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip 
  currents.

* WHERE...South Walton, Coastal Bay and Coastal Gulf Counties.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, from 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/ 
  this evening to 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/ Tuesday. For the Coastal 
  Flood Advisory, from 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/ this evening to 2 PM 
  EDT /1 PM CDT/ Tuesday. For the High Rip Current Risk, through 
  Wednesday evening.

* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only 
  isolated road closures expected. Dangerous swimming and 
  surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip currents 
  can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper 
  water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.

Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.

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.

&&

$$

FLZ115-160600-
/O.CON.KTAE.SU.Y.0004.210816T0000Z-210818T0000Z/
/O.CON.KTAE.RP.S.0075.000000T0000Z-210819T0000Z/
Coastal Franklin-
551 PM EDT Sun Aug 15 2021

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY
EVENING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of to 
  5 to 7 feet expected in the surf zone. For the High Rip 
  Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.

* WHERE...Franklin County.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, from 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/ 
  this evening to 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/ Tuesday. For the High Rip 
  Current Risk, through Wednesday evening.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and 
  localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best 
  swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.

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.

&&

$$
741 
WHUS42 KTAE 160311
CFWTAE

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Tallahassee FL
1111 PM EDT Sun Aug 15 2021

FLZ108-112-161515-
/O.CON.KTAE.SU.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210818T0000Z/
/O.CON.KTAE.CF.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-210817T1800Z/
/O.CON.KTAE.RP.S.0075.000000T0000Z-210819T0000Z/
South Walton-Coastal Bay-
1011 PM CDT Sun Aug 15 2021

...HIGH SURF WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT TUESDAY...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CDT
TUESDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY
EVENING...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Warning, dangerously large breaking 
  waves of 8 to 12 feet expected in the surf zone. For the 
  Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding expected with 1-
   3 feet of inundation. For the High Rip Current Risk, 
  dangerous rip currents.

* WHERE...South Walton and Coastal Bay Counties.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Warning, from 7 PM this evening to 7 
  PM CDT Tuesday. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 7 PM this 
  evening to 1 PM CDT Tuesday. At Panama City Beach, high tide 
  is at 2:26AM CDT Monday and 3:32 AM CDT Tuesday. For the High 
  Rip Current Risk, through Wednesday evening.

* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only 
  isolated road closures expected. Breaking waves can sweep 
  people off jetties and docks, and into dangerous seas. Life- 
  threatening swimming conditions and significant beach erosion 
  can be expected. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers 
  away from shore into deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.

Everyone should remain out of the water due to life-threatening
surf conditions. Stay off of jetties, piers, and other waterside
infrastructure.

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.

&&

$$

FLZ114-161515-
/O.CON.KTAE.CF.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-210817T1800Z/
/O.CON.KTAE.SU.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-210818T0000Z/
/O.CON.KTAE.RP.S.0075.000000T0000Z-210819T0000Z/
Coastal Gulf-
1111 PM EDT Sun Aug 15 2021 /1011 PM CDT Sun Aug 15 2021/

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT /1 PM
CDT/ TUESDAY...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/
TUESDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY
EVENING...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 6 
  to 8 feet expected in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood 
  Advisory, minor coastal flooding expected of 1-3 feet of 
  inundation. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip 
  currents.

* WHERE...South Walton, Coastal Bay and Coastal Gulf Counties.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, from 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/ 
  this evening to 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/ Tuesday. For the Coastal 
  Flood Advisory, from 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/ this evening to 2 PM 
  EDT /1 PM CDT/ Tuesday. For the High Rip Current Risk, through 
  Wednesday evening.

* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only 
  isolated road closures expected. Dangerous swimming and 
  surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip currents 
  can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper 
  water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.

Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.

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.

&&

$$

FLZ115-161515-
/O.CON.KTAE.SU.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-210818T0000Z/
/O.CON.KTAE.RP.S.0075.000000T0000Z-210819T0000Z/
Coastal Franklin-
1111 PM EDT Sun Aug 15 2021

...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT TUESDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY
EVENING...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of to 
  5 to 7 feet expected in the surf zone. For the High Rip 
  Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.

* WHERE...Franklin County.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, from 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/ 
  this evening to 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/ Tuesday. For the High Rip 
  Current Risk, through Wednesday evening.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and 
  localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best 
  swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.

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.

&&

$$
263 
WHUS42 KTAE 160920
CFWTAE

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Tallahassee FL
520 AM EDT Mon Aug 16 2021

FLZ114-161730-
/O.UPG.KTAE.SU.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-210818T0000Z/
/O.EXA.KTAE.SU.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210818T0000Z/
/O.CON.KTAE.CF.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-210817T1800Z/
/O.CON.KTAE.RP.S.0075.000000T0000Z-210819T0000Z/
Coastal Gulf-
520 AM EDT Mon Aug 16 2021 /420 AM CDT Mon Aug 16 2021/

...HIGH SURF WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/
TUESDAY...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT /1 PM
CDT/ TUESDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY
EVENING...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Warning, large breaking waves of 8 to 
  10 feet expected in the surf zone. For the Coastal Flood 
  Advisory, minor coastal flooding expected of 1-3 feet of 
  inundation. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip 
  currents.

* WHERE...Coastal Gulf County.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Warning, until 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/ 
  Tuesday. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 2 PM EDT /1 PM 
  CDT/ Tuesday. For the High Rip Current Risk, through Wednesday 
  evening.

* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only 
  isolated road closures expected. Dangerous swimming and 
  surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip currents 
  can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper 
  water.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.

Everyone should remain out of the water due to life-threatening
surf conditions. Stay off of jetties, piers, and other waterside
infrastructure.

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.

&&

$$

FLZ115-161730-
/O.UPG.KTAE.SU.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-210818T0000Z/
/O.EXA.KTAE.SU.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210818T0000Z/
/O.CON.KTAE.RP.S.0075.000000T0000Z-210819T0000Z/
Coastal Franklin-
520 AM EDT Mon Aug 16 2021

...HIGH SURF WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT TUESDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY
EVENING...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Warning, large breaking waves of 7 to
  10 feet expected in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current 
  Risk, dangerous rip currents.

* WHERE...Franklin County Beaches.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Warning, until 8 PM EDT Tuesday. For 
  the High Rip Current Risk, through Wednesday evening.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and 
  localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best 
  swimmers away from shore into deeper water.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Everyone should remain out of the water due to life-threatening
surf conditions. Stay off of jetties, piers, and other waterside
infrastructure.

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.

&&

$$

FLZ108-112-161730-
/O.CON.KTAE.SU.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210818T0000Z/
/O.CON.KTAE.CF.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-210817T1800Z/
/O.CON.KTAE.RP.S.0075.000000T0000Z-210819T0000Z/
South Walton-Coastal Bay-
420 AM CDT Mon Aug 16 2021

...HIGH SURF WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT TUESDAY...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CDT
TUESDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY
EVENING...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Warning, dangerously large breaking 
  waves of 8 to 12 feet expected in the surf zone. For the 
  Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding expected with 1-
   3 feet of inundation. For the High Rip Current Risk, 
  dangerous rip currents.

* WHERE...South Walton and Coastal Bay Counties.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Warning, from 7 PM this evening to 7 
  PM CDT Tuesday. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 7 PM this 
  evening to 1 PM CDT Tuesday. At Panama City Beach, high tide 
  is at 2:26AM CDT Monday and 3:32 AM CDT Tuesday. For the High 
  Rip Current Risk, through Wednesday evening.

* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only 
  isolated road closures expected. Breaking waves can sweep 
  people off jetties and docks, and into dangerous seas. Life- 
  threatening swimming conditions and significant beach erosion 
  can be expected. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers 
  away from shore into deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.

Everyone should remain out of the water due to life-threatening
surf conditions. Stay off of jetties, piers, and other waterside
infrastructure.

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.

&&

$$
513 
WHUS42 KTAE 161515
CFWTAE

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Tallahassee FL
1115 AM EDT Mon Aug 16 2021

FLZ108-112-114-162315-
/O.CON.KTAE.SU.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210818T0000Z/
/O.CON.KTAE.CF.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-210817T1800Z/
/O.CON.KTAE.RP.S.0075.000000T0000Z-210819T0000Z/
South Walton-Coastal Bay-Coastal Gulf-
1115 AM EDT Mon Aug 16 2021 /1015 AM CDT Mon Aug 16 2021/

...HIGH SURF WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/
TUESDAY...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT /1 PM
CDT/ TUESDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY
EVENING...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Warning, dangerously large breaking 
  waves of 8 to 12 feet expected in the surf zone. For the 
  Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding expected with 1-
   3 feet of inundation. For the High Rip Current Risk, 
  dangerous rip currents.

* WHERE...South Walton and Coastal Bay Counties.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Warning, from 7 PM this evening to 7 
  PM CDT Tuesday. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 7 PM this 
  evening to 1 PM CDT Tuesday. At Panama City Beach, high tide 
  is at 2:26AM CDT Monday and 3:32 AM CDT Tuesday. For the High 
  Rip Current Risk, through Wednesday evening.

* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only 
  isolated road closures expected. Breaking waves can sweep 
  people off jetties and docks, and into dangerous seas. Life- 
  threatening swimming conditions and significant beach erosion 
  can be expected. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers 
  away from shore into deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.

Everyone should remain out of the water due to life-threatening
surf conditions. Stay off of jetties, piers, and other waterside
infrastructure.

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.

&&

$$

FLZ115-162315-
/O.CON.KTAE.SU.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210818T0000Z/
/O.CON.KTAE.RP.S.0075.000000T0000Z-210819T0000Z/
Coastal Franklin-
1115 AM EDT Mon Aug 16 2021

...HIGH SURF WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT TUESDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY
EVENING...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Warning, large breaking waves of 7 to 
  10 feet expected in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current 
  Risk, dangerous rip currents.

* WHERE...Franklin County Beaches.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Warning, until 8 PM EDT Tuesday. For 
  the High Rip Current Risk, through Wednesday evening.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and 
  localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best 
  swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Everyone should remain out of the water due to life-threatening
surf conditions. Stay off of jetties, piers, and other waterside
infrastructure.

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.

&&

$$
010 
WHUS42 KTAE 170732
CFWTAE

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Tallahassee FL
332 AM EDT Tue Aug 17 2021

FLZ108-112-114-180000-
/O.CAN.KTAE.SU.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210818T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KTAE.SU.Y.0005.210817T0732Z-210817T1300Z/
/O.CAN.KTAE.CF.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-210817T1800Z/
/O.CON.KTAE.RP.S.0075.000000T0000Z-210819T0000Z/
South Walton-Coastal Bay-Coastal Gulf-
332 AM EDT Tue Aug 17 2021 /232 AM CDT Tue Aug 17 2021/

...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM EDT /8 AM CDT/ THIS
MORNING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY
EVENING...
...HIGH SURF WARNING IS CANCELLED...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 3 
  to 7 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk, 
  dangerous rip currents.

* WHERE...Walton, Bay, and Gulf County Beaches.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 9 AM EDT /8 AM CDT/ 
  this morning. For the High Rip Current Risk, through Wednesday 
  evening.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and 
  localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best 
  swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.

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.

&&

$$

FLZ115-180000-
/O.CAN.KTAE.SU.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210818T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KTAE.SU.Y.0005.210817T0732Z-210817T1300Z/
/O.CON.KTAE.RP.S.0075.000000T0000Z-210819T0000Z/
Coastal Franklin-
332 AM EDT Tue Aug 17 2021

...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM EDT THIS MORNING...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY
EVENING...
...HIGH SURF WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 4 
  to 9 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk, 
  dangerous rip currents.

* WHERE...Franklin County Beaches.

* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 9 AM EDT this 
  morning. For the High Rip Current Risk, through Wednesday 
  evening.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and 
  localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best 
  swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.

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.

&&

$$
222 
WHUS42 KTAE 180933
CFWTAE

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Tallahassee FL
533 AM EDT Wed Aug 18 2021

FLZ108-112-181045-
/O.CAN.KTAE.RP.S.0075.000000T0000Z-210819T0000Z/
South Walton-Coastal Bay-
433 AM CDT Wed Aug 18 2021

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IS CANCELLED FOR BAY AND WALTON COUNTY...

Panhandle beach conditions continue to improve in the aftermath of
Fred, but mostly onshore flow should maintain at least a moderate
risk at Bay and Walton County. Decided to maintain a high risk of
rip currents at Gulf and Franklin County beaches as a precaution
for the State Parks who may fly red flags today.

$$

FLZ114-115-181745-
/O.CON.KTAE.RP.S.0075.000000T0000Z-210819T0000Z/
Coastal Gulf-Coastal Franklin-
533 AM EDT Wed Aug 18 2021 /433 AM CDT Wed Aug 18 2021/

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents.

* WHERE...Gulf and Franklin County Beaches.

* WHEN...Through Wednesday evening.

* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away 
  from shore into deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$
972 
WHUS42 KTAE 181433
CFWTAE

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Tallahassee FL
1033 AM EDT Wed Aug 18 2021

FLZ108-112-190000-
/O.EXA.KTAE.RP.S.0075.000000T0000Z-210819T0000Z/
South Walton-Coastal Bay-
933 AM CDT Wed Aug 18 2021

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents.

* WHERE...Walton and Bay County Beaches.

* WHEN...Through Wednesday evening.

* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
  from shore into deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

FLZ114-115-190000-
/O.CON.KTAE.RP.S.0075.000000T0000Z-210819T0000Z/
Coastal Gulf-Coastal Franklin-
1033 AM EDT Wed Aug 18 2021 /933 AM CDT Wed Aug 18 2021/

...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT /7 PM
CDT/ THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents.

* WHERE...Gulf and Franklin County Beaches.

* WHEN...Through Wednesday evening.

* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away 
  from shore into deeper water.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

The office that day

Everything else NWS Tallahassee, FL issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Aug 14, 7:42 PM CDTSpecial Weather StatementTAELeon33 min
Aug 14, 8:07 PM CDTAreal Flood AdvisoryTAEGadsden53 min
Aug 15, 1:12 AM CDTHigh Surf AdvisoryTAEBay, Franklin, Gulf, Walton27 hr
Aug 15, 3:21 AM CDTFlash Flood WatchTAEBay, Calhoun, Franklin, Gadsden, Gulf, Holmes and 5 more46 hr
Aug 15, 4:09 AM CDTTropical Storm WatchTAEBay, Franklin, Gulf, Holmes, Walton, Washington12 hr
Aug 15, 4:13 AM CDTSmall Craft AdvisoryTAE30 hr
Aug 15, 10:11 AM CDTStorm Surge WarningTAEDixie, Franklin, Jefferson, Taylor, Wakulla36 hr
Aug 15, 10:11 AM CDTTropical Storm WarningTAEBay, Calhoun, Franklin, Gadsden, Gulf, Holmes and 7 more42 hr
Aug 15, 10:12 AM CDTSpecial Weather StatementTAEFranklin33 min
Aug 15, 11:03 AM CDTCoastal Flood AdvisoryTAEBay, Dixie, Gulf, Walton39 hr
Aug 15, 12:54 PM CDTSpecial Weather StatementTAEBay36 min
Aug 15, 1:27 PM CDTSpecial Weather StatementTAEWalton48 min
Aug 15, 1:40 PM CDTHigh Surf WarningTAEBay, Franklin, Gulf, Walton37 hr
Aug 15, 2:42 PM CDTSpecial Weather StatementTAEHolmes, Walton48 min

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Sources

The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.