Why You Might See A Purple Flag Flying At The Beach. The Hidden Warning Most People Ignore — And What It Says About Dangerous Marine Life

sandy water close to shore, especially during hotter months.

After storms, waves can push marine life much closer to beaches than usual.

What feels sudden to humans is often just part of the ocean’s normal cycle.

THE DANGER PEOPLE DON’T SEE

One reason purple flags are commonly ignored is because the threat doesn’t look dramatic.

There are no towering waves.continue reading …