Spotlight Deadly rip currents have occurred at North Carolina beaches. Here's where Anna Roman The News & Observer (Raleigh) Aug 14, 2026 1 hr ago 0 Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter Bluesky WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Rip currents are one of the most common hazards people will encounter on the beaches of North and South Carolina.kAmp?5 E96J’C6 E96 >@DE =6E92= H62E96C\C6=2E65 <:==6C @? 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