The Galveston Island Beach Patrol puts out all kinds of information about how to stay safe when visiting the beaches.
One important area to familiarize yourself with is our Flag Warning System (FWS) which advises beach patrons of the current water conditions and any applicable environmental warnings.
The Flag Warning System is used to advise beach patrons of the current water conditions and any applicable environmental warnings. The flag colors described below are part of a national system employed to help beachgoers understand the current conditions in the always dynamic environment of open water.
Galveston Island Beach Patrol employs a notification system that displays the day’s warning flags, along with any specific advisories for the day. Interested parties can sign up to receive the notifications via email and/or text message daily.
There’s nothing better than Galveston beaches for getting toes in the sand, sun on the face, and your daily dose of salt! We’re here to help you do it safely.
