Why would a purple flag be flying at the beach?

When our beaches fly the purple flags, it’s most likely because of jellyfish. If sharks are spotted in the area and deemed a danger to beachgoers, the double red flags will fly to close the water in that area. When purple flags are flying, it’s best to stay out of the water.

What does a purple flag mean in Gulf Shores?

dangerous marine life
The presence of yellow flags indicates moderate surf and/or currents, while purple flags represent dangerous marine life is present (in this case stingrays). For current surf conditions, call 251-968-TIDE or visit www.gulfshoresal.gov | Facebook.

What does a yellow flag mean at Gulf Shores?

Medium Hazard
Yellow – Medium Hazard – moderate surf and/or currents. Yellow is Surf Rescue’s base flag because beach-goers should always be cautious while swimming in the Gulf or any open body of water. ‬ Red – High Hazard – dangerous surf and/or currents.

What does a purple American flag mean?

law enforcement profession
The symbol is used by the law enforcement profession and the public alike and has come to symbolize the relationship law enforcement has in the communities as the protectors of fellow civilians.

What is the purple flag?

03 October 2017. Purple Flag is an accreditation process similar to the Green Flag award for parks and the Blue Flag for beaches. It leads to Purple Flag status for town & city centres that meet or surpass the standards of excellence in managing the evening and night time economy (ENTE).

Does purple flag mean sharks?

Purple Flag – Dangerous Marine Life Finally, a purple flag means that there is dangerous marine life out on the water or beach. This could mean jellyfish, stingrays, sea snakes, or other marine life except sharks. If a shark is in the water, then a red flag or double red flag will be hoisted.

What does the yellow flag with a black dot mean?

surfers
It’s the yellow flag with a black dot, and it means surfers must leave the water because of too many swimmers and bodyboarders.

What does a black flag on the beach mean?

Black means the conditions of the sea are extremely dangerous—do not swim or enter the water. If you’d like to avoid the possibility of an incident occurring, please, do not swim. If you’re ever unsure of the condition of a beach, go to the lifeguard stand and ask. The sea and the weather are unpredictable.

What does a black American flag with a purple line mean?

The symbol is used by the law enforcement profession and the public alike and has come to symbolize the relationship law enforcement has in the communities as the protectors of fellow civilians.