Perdido Key Beach Flags and Safety

Perdido Key & Pensacola Beach Flag Warning System

• A GREEN flag means that the water is calm. As always, use the proper amount of caution.
• A YELLOW flag indicates the presence of light surf or currents. Additional caution should be used while swimming in the Gulf
• A RED flag indicates the presence of strong surf and currents. You should not swim in these conditions.
• A DOUBLE RED flag, however, means that the water is closed to the public!
• Finally, a PURPLE flag indicates the presence of marine pest in the water such as jellyfish, stingrays or dangerous fish.