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Ocean Rescue/Beach Safety Flags

Posted on: August 15, 2025

[ARCHIVED] Lifeguard Stand Location Update

Ocean Rescue ATV

Starting Saturday, August 16, there will be fewer lifeguard stands in service.

Ten stands will remain in place through Labor Day: 

  • Abalone
  • Bonnett
  • Hollowell
  • Enterprise
  • Epstein
  • Forrest
  • Gulfstream
  • Hargrove
  • Indigo 
  • Juncos

Daily mobile units (trucks and ATV’s) will be based on available staff.

View more information on our public beach accesses.


Flag Definitions

  • Yellow – Medium hazard. Moderate surf and/or currents are present. Weak swimmers are discouraged from entering the water. For others, enhanced care and caution should be exercised.
  • Red – High hazard. Rough conditions such as strong surf and/or currents are present. All swimmers are discouraged from entering the water. Those entering the water should take great care.
  • Double Red – Water is closed to public use. Swimming in the Atlantic Ocean shall be unlawful. The term "swimming" is defined to mean and include any entry into the water of the Atlantic Ocean whether assisted by a raft, float, or other aid or device commonly used, but shall not include any entry assisted by a "surfboard" or "body board and fins.

Beach Warning Flag System in Nags Head

Love the Beach Respect the Ocean QR Code


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