Tybee Island Ocean Rescue

05/31/2026

⛈️ Sunday 5/31/2026 – 11:11 AM Update ⛈️

Lifeguards are clearing the water due to lightning detected within 12 miles, in accordance with our safety protocols.

⚠️ It is not safe to swim at this time. Please stay out of the water for your safety and the safety of our lifeguards.

Lifeguards will remain off the beach until 30 minutes have passed since the last lightning strike detected within 12 miles.

We also recommend downloading a lightning tracker app to help monitor conditions and stay safe, especially when lifeguards are off duty or not stationed in your area. ⚡️

05/31/2026

🌊🛟 Tybee Island Ocean Rescue - Beach Conditions for Sunday, May 31, 2026 🛟🌊

🟨 Lifeguards will be flying YELLOW flags today. Medium Hazard. Rip currents possible. Please use caution and always swim near a lifeguard.

Use the link below to view real-time beach conditions and see where our Lifeguards are stationed along the beach. Hover over the map icons for additional details, including patrol zones and whether a tower is currently open and staffed.

https://safebeachday.com/tybee-island/

📲 You can also subscribe to Tybee Island safety alerts to receive updates on important beach safety notifications in real time.

We are still hiring! Apply at www.cityoftybee.org

05/30/2026

🌊🛟 Tybee Island Ocean Rescue - Beach Conditions for Saturday, May 30, 2026 🛟🌊

🟨 Lifeguards will be flying YELLOW flags today. Medium Hazard. Rip currents possible. Please use caution and always swim near a lifeguard.

Use the link below to view real-time beach conditions and see where our Lifeguards are stationed along the beach. Hover over or click the map icons for additional details, including patrol zones and whether a tower is currently open and staffed.

https://safebeachday.com/tybee-island/

📲 You can also subscribe to Tybee Island safety alerts to receive updates on important beach safety notifications in real time.

We are still hiring! Apply at www.cityoftybee.org

05/29/2026

🌊🛟 Tybee Island Ocean Rescue - Beach Conditions for Friday, May 29, 2026 🛟🌊

🟨 Lifeguards will be flying YELLOW flags today. Medium Hazard. Rip currents possible. Please use caution and always swim near a lifeguard.

Use the link below to view real-time beach conditions and see where our Lifeguards are stationed along the beach. Hover over the map icons for additional details, including patrol zones and whether a tower is currently open and staffed.

https://safebeachday.com/tybee-island/

📲 You can also subscribe to Tybee Island safety alerts to receive updates on important beach safety notifications in real time.

We are still hiring! Apply at www.cityoftybee.org

05/28/2026

⛈️ Thursday 5/28/2026 – 2:10 PM Update ⛈️

Lifeguards are clearing the water due to lightning detected within 12 miles, in accordance with our safety protocols.

⚠️ It is not safe to swim at this time. Please stay out of the water for your safety and the safety of our lifeguards.

Lifeguards will remain off the beach until 30 minutes have passed since the last lightning strike detected within 12 miles.

We also recommend downloading a lightning tracker app to help monitor conditions and stay safe, especially when lifeguards are off duty or not stationed in your area. ⚡️

05/28/2026

🌊🛟 Tybee Island Ocean Rescue - Beach Conditions for Thursday, May 28, 2026 🛟🌊

🟨 Lifeguards will be flying YELLOW flags today. Medium Hazard. Rip currents possible. Please use caution and always swim near a lifeguard.

Use the link below to view real-time beach conditions and see where our Lifeguards are stationed along the beach. Hover over the map icons for additional details, including patrol zones and whether a tower is currently open and staffed.

https://safebeachday.com/tybee-island/

📲 You can also subscribe to Tybee Island safety alerts to receive updates on important beach safety notifications in real time.

We are still hiring! Apply at www.cityoftybee.org

05/27/2026

🌊🛟 Memorial Day Weekend 2026 Report 🛟🌊

This Memorial Day Weekend, Tybee Island Ocean Rescue crews stayed busy keeping our beaches safe.

From rescues and medical aids to preventative actions and helping reunite missing persons, our guards worked hard all weekend long to protect residents and visitors enjoying the beach.

We are incredibly proud of our team and thankful for everyone who listened to safety warnings, swam near lifeguards, and helped make the holiday weekend safer for all. 🇺🇸🌊

05/26/2026

Tybee Island Ocean Rescue Lifeguards stayed busy this Memorial Day Weekend! 🌊🛟

Anyone who sees someone in distress in the water should call 911 or find a lifeguard.

05/26/2026

🌊🛟 Tybee Island Ocean Rescue - Beach Conditions for Tuesday, May 26, 2026 🛟🌊

🟥 Lifeguards will be flying RED flags today. High Hazard. Rough conditions such as strong surf and/or currents are present including rip currents. All swimmers are discouraged from entering the water. Those who do should take great care. Please use caution while in the water and always swim near a staffed Lifeguard tower.

Use the link below to view real-time beach conditions and see where our Lifeguards are stationed along the beach. Hover over the map icons for additional details, including patrol zones and whether a tower is currently open and staffed.

https://safebeachday.com/tybee-island/

📲 You can also subscribe to Tybee Island safety alerts to receive updates on important beach safety notifications in real time.

We are still hiring! Apply at www.cityoftybee.org