3 September, 2025
RNLI flies red flag at Ramsgate Main Sands
Due to weather conditions causing dangerous rip currents today (Wednesday 3 September), the RNLI has raised a red beach flag at Ramsgate Main Sands.
Do not enter the water: the red flag indicates a severe hazard.
Water conditions are unsafe for swimming and other water activities.
Further information on how to avoid rip currents is available on the RNLI website.
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