What does a green flag mean in Ocean City?

Q: What does a green flag mean in Ocean City?

Green flags signal lower relative hazard when Beach Patrol is on duty—not a guarantee of zero risk. Rips, shore break, and marine life can still appear. Supervise kids, note your tower number, and keep flotation for weak swimmers. Recheck flags after lunch; colors change with wind and tide.

Green flags signal lower relative hazard when Beach Patrol is on duty—not a guarantee of zero risk. Rips, shore break, and marine life can still appear.

Supervise kids, note your tower number, and keep flotation for weak swimmers. Recheck flags after lunch; colors change with wind and tide.

Sources: Ocean City Beach Patrol · Visit Ocean City

Editorial visitor guidance for Ocean City, Maryland. Confirm current Town of Ocean City, Maryland DNR, NPS Assateague, and NWS rules when regulations or safety apply.