Every May during the extended Memorial Day Holiday Weekend people head for the water.
The Galveston Island Beach Patrol is warning residents today about continuing strong rip currents.
A red-flag warning is in effect.
Sunday beachgoers will find a high of 83 along the coastline this afternoon. All swimmers are urged to stay near a lifeguard stand when selecting a place to swim.
Brazoria County has closed beaches due to the high tides and strong rip currents.