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Forecast Process
01
Data Retrieval
The station connects to the National Weather Service database to retrieve the latest official rip-current forecast information.
02
Status Translation
Official forecast data is translated into standardized visual indicators: GREEN for Low, YELLOW for Moderate, and RED for High risk.
03
Visual Display
The status is projected onto the station's high-visibility display, providing immediate and clear information to beachgoers.
Official Data
The station retrieves official National Weather Service rip-current forecast information. It does not directly measure ocean conditions or water velocity.
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