The first thing to be observed before entering the sea is the color of the flags on the beach, informing about bathing conditions and safe places. Do you know the meaning of each one? Here we will explain all the meanings, let's go?!
Colors of the flags of the lifeguards on the beaches
All flags were established by standards of the International Lifesaving Federation and must always be followed, that is, if you are going to take a bath anywhere in the world, you will know how to define the possibility of safety for your bath.
But remembering that even so, you need to be very careful when entering the sea.
A very common phrase from Lifeguards is: “water in the navel, a danger sign”, i.e. better to retreat and return to the edge.
Bathing between flags – Safe bathing
This flag is very important, between flags it means that there will be two flags one to the south and the other to the north and in the middle will be the lifeguards, this area is safe for your bath.
Generally, outside this area there may be rocks, a rush of water or other danger that could expose the bathers to life-threatening conditions.
So always be on the lookout for this flag!
Dangerous Location - Risk of Death
Area not protected by lifeguards, these are beaches where there are no lifeguards and your attention needs to be redoubled!
Do not enter: risk of death, the name of this sign is very scary and the intention must be respected, because really, if there is a risk of death, do not risk it! Respect the signs.
jellyfish infestation
Jellyfish usually appear when the water is at the best bathing temperature, warm.
However, summer is the season when they appear and if you have a purple flag, know that you are at risk of being burned by a jellyfish.
Tip: if you are burned, go to the hospital or to the lifeguard station, they will be able to guide you on the best way to proceed in this situation. In addition, in some guardhouses, they have vinegar, which helps to neutralize the pain.
Flag colors for sea bathing conditions
Green Flag - low risk
Low risk of drowning. Good bathing conditions and lifeguard assistance.
Yellow Flag – medium risk
Medium risk of drowning. Bathing with restrictions and with the assistance of a lifeguard.
Red flag - high risk
High risk of drowning, no bathing conditions, although with lifeguard assistance.
Black Flag
lifeguard station disabled.
Black and white checkered
Delimited area allowed for sports with boards and others without motor.
double red
PROHIBITED – closed water for bathing and sports.
Prohibited boats, jet and surfboards
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