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Rip Current Alert: High Risk at the Jersey Shore This Weekend — What Beachgoers Need to Know

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JERSEY SHORE, NJ — Heading to the beach this weekend? Officials are warning of a high risk for rip currents along the Jersey Shore — a powerful and often underestimated ocean hazard that can quickly sweep swimmers away from shore, even in shallow water.

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Ridgewood Joins Statewide Effort to Prevent Child Drownings with Swimwear & Goggle Drive

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — According to Village Manager Keith Kazmark, drowning remains the leading cause of accidental death for children ages 1 to 4. On average, New Jersey loses 10 children per year to this tragic and preventable cause.

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How to Stay Safe During a Summer Heat Emergency: Essential Tips for Extreme Heat in New Jersey and Beyond

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Ridgewood NJ, as temperatures soar across the region, summer heat emergencies have become more frequent—and more dangerous. Whether you’re in New Jersey, along the Jersey Shore, or anywhere facing extreme heat, it’s crucial to know how to protect yourself, your family, and your pets when the weather becomes dangerously hot.

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