Fun in the Water

Lifeguard Services

Lifeguard ServiceLooking out for your safety, the Santa Rosa Island Authority provides lifeguard services at the main beach on the Gulf of Mexico and on Quietwater Beach on Santa Rosa Sound. Full time service from the first of June through August; part-time and weekend service begins mid-April, then picks up again for September. Hours are 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

First Aid: LIFEGUARDS ARE PREPARED TO HANDLE ONLY MINOR INJURY.

The Gulf of Mexico is beautiful, warm and inviting but can sometimes be hazardous. Where lifeguards are present, please be aware of flags that alert you to conditions of currents.

Rip currents and rapidly changing weather conditions can create dangerous situations if you are unprepared. It's always safest to swim where lifeguards are present. And never swim alone.

Double Red:
Water Closed to public		 Double Red Flag
Red:
High hazard, high surf and/or strong currents		 Red Flag
Yellow:
Medium hazard, moderate surf and/or currents		 Yellow Flag
Green:
Low hazard, calm conditions, exercise caution		 Green Flag
Purple:
Dangerious marine life		 Purple Flag

Emergency Actions

If an emergency occurs in an area not covered by a lifeguard, call 911. It's always safest to "Swim With The Lifeguards." Look for guards at Casino Beach, Park East and the Ft. Pickens areas.