People are warned to stay out of the water at Popham Beach State Park on Saturday due to dangerous rip tides.
Strong currents and high seas are expected throughout the day, according to a notice from the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation & Forestry. Even the strongest of swimmers can be swept away from shore due to rip currents.
If caught in a rip tide, officials say you should avoid swimming against the current and instead try to swim parallel to shore, if possible. Otherwise, relax, float, and wave to shore for help.
