Lifeguard Flag Meanings
Palm Beach County beach flags provide daily safety context before you enter the water.
Flag status is set by Palm Beach County Ocean Rescue. Check the posted flags each day and follow lifeguard direction on site.
Flag Colors & Meanings
- Green: Low hazard conditions
- Yellow: Medium hazard conditions
- Red: High hazard conditions
- Double Red: Water closed to public entry
- Purple: Marine life caution (jellyfish, sharks)
Daily Habit
Check flags before entering, re-check if conditions change, and use lifeguard towers as your primary safety reference.