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"text": "1995, University of California at Berkeley (editor), The New Wellness Encyclopedia, page 271,\nA break in the wave pattern or discoloration (usually caused by sand) can help you spot rip currents. It you get caught in one, however, don′t struggle, Swim with it, but angle toward the shore or bank."
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},
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