Rip Currents in North Carolina

Rip currents continue to be a hazard in North Carolina with more than 150 beach swimmers rescued. Multiple deaths have occurred due to rip currents this summer, with Florida facing a high risk. Swimmers are warned to stay near lifeguards and out of high-risk zones.

Investigation into Alleged Doping by Chinese Swimmers

The House select committee on China has asked the Justice Department and the FBI to investigate reports that Chinese swimmers who tested positive for a banned heart medication were allowed to compete in the Olympics.