Hey there Surfers and Beachgoers! Ready for some gnarly wave updates? Hang tight as we dive into the surf zone forecast for the Florida coastline!

Looks like Hurricane Rafael is stirring up some action in the Gulf, bringing in long-period swells and, you guessed it, some dangerous rip currents. So, keep those surf skills sharp and stay safe out there.

First up, South Walton! Expect a high risk of rip currents continuing through the Veterans Day weekend. Today, surf heights around 3 feet, water temp at a cozy 76 degrees. A mix of clouds and sun with a chance of showers, high temps in the lower 80s. Tomorrow, surf around 5 feet, still with that high rip current risk. So, watch out for those currents, sunseekers!

Now onto Coastal Bay, Panama City Beach! Similar conditions here, with high rip current risk sticking around till Sunday evening. Today, surf height around 2 feet, water temp at 77 degrees. A mix of sun and clouds, chance of showers, high temps in the lower 80s. Tomorrow, surf around 5 feet, so get ready for some action on those waves!

Moving along to the Coastal Gulf, Saint Joe Beach - high rip current risk continuing through the weekend. Today, surf heights vary, around 2 to 4 feet, water temp at 77 degrees. Partly sunny skies, chance of showers, high temps in the lower 80s. Tomorrow, slightly higher surf heights, but the risk remains high, so keep an eye out for those currents, beach bums.

Lastly, Coastal Franklin, Apalachicola - high rip current risk into late Sunday night. Today, surf around 4 feet, water temp 77 degrees. Partly sunny with a slight chance of showers, high temps around 80. Tomorrow, surf around 6 feet, so get ready for some bigger waves!

Remember, always check for updates and watch out for those rip currents. Safety first, then shred later, amigos!

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