Strong rip currents andrough ocean conditions have made it a busy time for the Harvey Cedars Beach Patrol. Police Chief Robert Burnaford said that on Sept. 16, there were two separate incidents between 79th and 80th streets. In one instance, two swimmerswere in distress from rip currents; in the other, four swimmers were involved. Burnaford said all were safely rescued.

“Bystanders called 911, and within minutes, lifeguardsarrived on their quad vehicles,” he said.