44 rip current rescues at NC coast just ahead of Fourth of July weekend

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — With the North Carolina coast swelling with visitors for the Independence Day weekend, nearly 45 rip current rescues were reported in just two days at beaches this week, according to ocean rescue agencies.

The National Weather Service reported that 27 rip current rescues were reported on Wednesday at New Hanover County beaches continue reading …