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🌊🍬 Volusia County Lifeguards are hosting a Halloween-Themed Rip Current Simulator Event! Volusia County Beach Safety and...
10/16/2026

🌊🍬 Volusia County Lifeguards are hosting a Halloween-Themed Rip Current Simulator Event!

Volusia County Beach Safety and Daytona State College are teaming up to bring ocean safety education and Halloween fun together. During this event, participants will enjoy Halloween treats and experience the County's rip current simulator under the guidance of Beach Safety lifeguards.

🗓️ 9 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 24
📍 Daytona State College Aquatic Center
🎟️ The training is offered at no charge
🎃 Attendees are encouraged to wear costumes over their swimsuits

The hands-on activity allows participants to better understand the force and movement of rip currents while learning practical techniques for remaining calm and responding safely in the water.

Interested individuals can register by emailing [email protected].

💨 Windy Weather and Rough Surf Expected This Weekend!An approaching cold front is expected to bring strong winds and rou...
10/16/2026

💨 Windy Weather and Rough Surf Expected This Weekend!
An approaching cold front is expected to bring strong winds and rough surf to Volusia County beginning Saturday, Oct. 17, with wind gusts potentially reaching 40 to 45 mph and breaking waves reaching 8 to 12 feet.

As conditions change, here are a few things to keep in mind:
🏖️ Thinking About Hitting the Beach? Dangerous rip currents and elevated tides are expected, which may affect beach driving and result in temporary closures of vehicular beach ramps. In anticipation of the rough surf, the County also plans to remove trash receptacles and portable restrooms from the beach to prevent damage or loss. Always follow the guidance of County lifeguards.

🏍️ Planning to Ride? Motorcyclists should be mindful of wind gusts, particularly when crossing bridges or traveling along exposed roadways. Take extra care and adjust your riding to the conditions.

🌦️ Planning Outdoor Activities? Scattered showers and thunderstorms are possible, although the heaviest rainfall is currently expected to remain south of Volusia County.

📱 Stay Informed! The Volusia Beaches app provides real-time beach and ocean conditions, including vehicular beach ramp status. The Volusia Emergency Management app offers severe weather alerts and other helpful resources.

Breezy weather and rough surf could continue into early next week, so keep an eye on changing conditions and enjoy your weekend safely!

Recruit Class Tryout and Swim Workshop Opportunity Tomorrow!🛟🏊‍♂️🏃‍♀️Volusia County Beach Safety is hosting a Recruit Cl...
10/16/2026

Recruit Class Tryout and Swim Workshop Opportunity Tomorrow!🛟🏊‍♂️🏃‍♀️

Volusia County Beach Safety is hosting a Recruit Class tryout and a swim workshop at the Port Orange YMCA from 8–11 am. This is a great opportunity to practice the swimming requirements and refine your technique.

Recruit Class NEW Dates: 10/31, 11/1, 11/7, 11/8, 11/14, 11/15, 11/21, 11/22, 11/23

Requirements:
(All testing will be attempted at tryouts)
Applicants must be at least 16 years old before April 1, 2027.
Swim 500 meters freestyle in under 10 minutes
(Must pass 500 for class entry)
Swim 50 yards freestyle in under 30 seconds Run a half mile in under 3 minutes, 15 seconds

Contact info.
[email protected]
386-239-6414
Volusia County Beach Safety
Volusia.org/beach

On October 14th at approximately 6:36 p.m., a Live911 call alerted Volusia County Lifeguard EMTs about four bathers in d...
10/15/2026

On October 14th at approximately 6:36 p.m., a Live911 call alerted Volusia County Lifeguard EMTs about four bathers in distress at the ISB approach. One minute and 14 seconds after the initial alert, the first unit of Ocean Rescue Lifeguards arrived on scene and entered the water.

Quick reaction and training brought all four victims safely back to shore. No medical attention was needed.

Always swim in front of a staffed lifeguard tower and download the Volusia Beaches app for staffed lifeguard locations, beach conditions, and other information.

Recruit Class Tryout Opportunity Today!The third Volusia County Beach Safety Recruit Class tryout is today at the Dayton...
10/13/2026

Recruit Class Tryout Opportunity Today!

The third Volusia County Beach Safety Recruit Class tryout is today at the Daytona State College Pool from 5:30 - 7 p.m.🏊‍♂️🏃‍♀️

Tryout Dates:
10/13 Daytona State College Pool 5:30-7 p.m.
10/17 Port Orange YMCA 8-11 a.m

Recruit Class NEW Dates: 10/31, 11/1, 11/7, 11/8, 11/14, 11/15, 11/21, 11/22, 11/23

Requirements:
(All testing will be attempted at tryouts)
Applicants must be at least 16 years old before April 1, 2027.
Swim 500 meters freestyle in under 10 minutes
(Must pass 500 for class entry)
Swim 50 yards freestyle in under 30 seconds Run a half mile in under 3 minutes, 15 seconds

Contact info.
[email protected]
386-239-6414
Volusia County Beach Safety
Volusia.org/beach

Weekend Outlook: Here’s what to know before heading to the beach. 🌊High Tides:Saturday: 7:37 a.m.Sunday: 8:22 a.m.⚠️Dan...
10/08/2026

Weekend Outlook: Here’s what to know before heading to the beach.

🌊High Tides:
Saturday: 7:37 a.m.
Sunday: 8:22 a.m.

⚠️Dangers:
Rip currents

‼️Always swim in front of a staffed lifeguard tower and download the Volusia Beaches app for beach conditions and other information.

Volusia County Beach Safety is hosting a Swim Workshop 🏊‍♂️🛟 This is a great opportunity to practice the swimming requir...
10/08/2026

Volusia County Beach Safety is hosting a Swim Workshop 🏊‍♂️🛟

This is a great opportunity to practice the swimming requirements and refine your technique. October 17th will be a tryout and swim workshop.

Tryout Dates:
10/13 Daytona State College Pool 5:30-7 p.m.
10/17 Port Orange YMCA 8-11 a.m

Recruit Class NEW Dates: 10/31, 11/1, 11/7, 11/8, 11/14, 11/15, 11/21, 11/22, 11/23

Requirements:
(All testing will be attempted at tryouts)
Applicants must be at least 16 years old before April 1, 2027.
Swim 500 meters freestyle in under 10 minutes
(Must pass 500 for class entry)
Swim 50 yards freestyle in under 30 seconds Run a half mile in under 3 minutes, 15 seconds

Contact info.
[email protected]
386-239-6414
Volusia County Beach Safety
Volusia.org/beach

Last month, four Volusia County lifeguards earned their Personal Rescue Watercraft (PRWC) certification. The multi-day, ...
10/07/2026

Last month, four Volusia County lifeguards earned their Personal Rescue Watercraft (PRWC) certification. The multi-day, 40-hour course teaches lifeguards how to trailer, drive, and launch the watercraft from both the beach and boat ramps. They also learn how to maneuver through swells, perform various approaches and pickups, and conduct boater and swimmer rescues from jetties and piers, including conscious and unconscious victim pickups.

Personal Rescue Watercraft operators are crucial to Volusia County Beach Safety. PWRCs are utilized on busy days with strong rip currents to assist with rescues, boat and medical emergencies, and deployed for search and rescue missions in backwater areas.

Recruit Class Tryout Opportunity Today! The second Volusia County Beach Safety Recruit Class tryout is today at the Dayt...
10/06/2026

Recruit Class Tryout Opportunity Today!

The second Volusia County Beach Safety Recruit Class tryout is today at the Daytona State College Pool
from 5:30 - 7 p.m.🏊‍♂️🏃‍♀️

Tryout Dates:
10/6 Daytona State College Pool 5:30-7 p.m. 10/13
Daytona State College Pool 5:30-7 p.m.
10/17 Port Orange YMCA 8-11 a.m

Recruit Class NEW Dates: 10/31, 11/1, 11/7, 11/8, 11/14, 11/15, 11/21, 11/22, 11/23

Requirements:
(All testing will be attempted at tryouts)
Applicants must be at least 16 years old before April 1, 2027.
Swim 500 meters freestyle in under 10 minutes
(Must pass 500 for class entry)
Swim 50 yards freestyle in under 30 seconds Run a half mile in under 3 minutes, 15 seconds

Contact info.
[email protected]
386-239-6414
Volusia County Beach Safety
Volusia.org/beach

Weekend Outlook: Here’s what to know before heading to the beach. 🌊High Tides:Saturday: 2:13 p.m.Sunday: 3:20 p.m.⚠️Dang...
10/02/2026

Weekend Outlook: Here’s what to know before heading to the beach.

🌊High Tides:
Saturday: 2:13 p.m.
Sunday: 3:20 p.m.

⚠️Dangers:
Rip currents

‼️Always swim in front of a staffed lifeguard tower and download the Volusia Beaches app for beach conditions and other information.

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515 S Atlantic Avenue
Daytona Beach, FL
32118

Telephone

(386) 239-6414

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