1. Stay over 100 feet from piers and jetties. Remember there may not yet be signage in place warning of the dangers
   
2. Remember there may be submerged obstacles or dropoffs. Wear protective footwear when swimming and don’t dive in head first. Be alert to sudden changes in water depth in unusual areas.
   
3. Check the Galveston County Health District’s website to monitor daily water quality and related advisories.
   
4. When surfing, remember to be cautious of submerged obstacles, particularly near the rock jetties.
   
5. The Beach Patrol strongly recommends that you do not swim on the west end of the island or in the area between 21st street and 24th street jetties - this advisory will continue for some time.
   

For Inquiries contact the Beach Patrol at (409) 763-4769 beachpatrol@galvestonparkboard.org.

For media inquiries, contact Chief Peter Davis at (409) 599-1058 or at pdavis@galvestonparkboard.org.