Rip currents, also known as riptides or undertows, are long, narrow bands of water that can pull any objects caught in them away from shore and out to sea. Rip currents are dangerous, and it’s best to learn how to identify and stay out of them. The two local beaches where you’re most likely to encounter rip currents on Aquidneck Island are Easton’s Beach (1st Beach) and Sachuest Beach (2nd Beach). According to the United States Lifesaving Association (USLA), rip … Continue reading How To Recognize and Avoid Rip Currents