As Islanders flock to the beach this half term, Isle of Wight lifeguards have warned against swimming or using inflatables near Ryde Harbour.
Ryde Beach Lifeguards will be on duty on Ryde beach from tomorrow (May 29) until Sunday, June 4, from 11am – 6pm each day.
The lifeguard station in Ryde is based behind the Big Kahuna Cafe, opposite the canoe lake.
The beach manager has asked visitors to avoid the sea near Ryde Harbour.
Todd Miller, beach manager, said: “We hope everyone is able to enjoy our beautiful beach this half term.
“We encourage visitors to swim between the red and yellow flags, follow lifeguard advice and to come to speak to us if you need any advice, first aid, a lost person or you see somebody in trouble.
“Please do not swim or use inflatables by Ryde Harbour, as there is a strong current at certain periods at high tide.
“This section of the beach will be red flagged again this year."
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