Beach flags
- By Ian Barnes
- Published 06/30/2007
- Safety
The flags:
- Red and Yellow flags - Swimmers and bodyboarders between these.
- Black and White flags - surf craft only between these.
- Red flags - DANGER - No one is allowed in the sea.
- Keep an eye out for other signs and notices.
Advice:
- Listen to Lifeguards
- Don't go in the sea on your own.
- Always stay in sight of friends and family on the beach.
- Always watch the surf for 10 minutes before you go in.
- Know what times the tides are.
- Never jump off rocks into the sea.
- Get out of the water when you start to feel cold.
- If you get into trouble, wave your arm above your head to get help.