Heading to the beach this summer? Check out the beach flag color before going into the waves to help keep safe.

Here's a breakdown of what the different color flags at the beach mean and what you should know about rip currents.

Beach Warning Flags - What they mean by color! You will find the beach flags posted at all public beach access areas in the corporate limits of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, along with in Gulf ...

Rough surf and rip tides are claiming lives across the country. Follow beach safety and know what the color flags mean before you get in the water.

Beachgoers at Emerald Isle are being cautioned as purple flags will be flying to signal the presence of Portuguese Man O War ...

Life How beach flags can be used to keep swimmers safe Different colored flags might be flown at the beach, and each color has its own meaning.

EMERALD ISLE, N.C. (WITN) - Beach goers at Emerald Isle are being warned to watch out for Portuguese Man O War along the ...

Beachgoers are advised to be aware of the warning flags flown at beaches and to know what to do in the event of a rip current ...

With the spring break season here, some Coastal Bend lifeguards said it's crucial for beachgoers to follow the beach flag warning system.

After Sunday, the beach flags (green, yellow, or red) will not be posted at the seven public beaches. The beach flag system uses color-coded flags to warn swimmers of conditions at the beach.