Volusia County Issues Double-Red Flags Along Coast due to Debris and Hazardous Rip Currents

Posted On: October 11, 2025

Volusia County Beach Safety has issued double-red flags along the coastline, prohibiting anyone from entering the water until further notice due to hazardous surf conditions, strong rip currents, and a significant amount of debris left behind by recent tidal activity.

The Jetty Connector in Ponce Inlet also sustained significant damage earlier this morning following recent severe tidal activity. The structure has been closed to the public since Hurricane Imelda, when it first experienced tide-related impacts. Once conditions improve, county crews will begin debris removal.

Recent tides have also brought large amounts of seaweed ashore. Beach Safety officials remind visitors not to remove or disturb the seaweed, as it plays an important role in capturing sand and helping beaches and dunes recover naturally.

Beach driving access will likely remain limited over the next several days until conditions improve. Beachgoers can stay informed about current conditions and open beach access points by downloading and using the Volusia Beaches app.