Thousands of people have been warned to stay out of the water on Tuesday amid concerns over highly dangerous water conditions.

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued beach hazards and rip current statements, and coastal flood advisories in North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Georgia and Florida.

Why It Matters

The warnings mean there is a high risk of large waves, rough surf, rip currents and hazardous swimming conditions.

The NWS said that: "Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. Dangerous shore break can throw a swimmer or surfer head first into the bottom causing neck and back injuries."

It added: "Strong longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip currents, piers, jetties and other hazardous areas. In many cas

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