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Caught in a strong current at a Gold Coast beach. What should you do?

Answer: Raise one arm, float

Stay calm, raise one arm and float until help arrives. Always swim between the red and yellow flags.

No flags means no swim. Never swim at night or after eating or drinking alcohol. If you see someone in trouble, alert a lifeguard or call 000. Don't go in after them.

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