These flags are used by lifeguards when on duty to denote the different areas of the water that are to be used by swimmers and those using surf boards or surf craft:

 

Alternate text Red & Yellow Flags indicates a patrolled bathing area
Alternate text Black & White Flags indicate a surfboard and craft zone, not a safe place to swim
Alternate text Red Flags indicate that the beach is

Last Updated ( Thursday, 02 July 2009 09:49 )