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Second water rescue in Jacksonville reported amid high winds, rip currents, and "double red flag" warning

A child was transported to a hospital from Hanna Beach, JFRD said.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A "distressed swimmer" was rescued from the water at Hanna Park Saturday, the Jacksonville Fire Rescue Department confirmed.

The swimmer was a juvenile. They were transported to a hospital in critical condition, JFRD said.

This is the second water rescue Saturday in Jacksonville. A four-hour long rescue effort unfolded at Huguenot Park after a swimmer went missing around 1:30 p.m. That search ended approximately four hours later as rescue teams retreated without anyone being transported from the scene.

JFRD was flying double red flags today, meaning that there was a high risk of swimming, a representative said.

Rip currents and high winds are making waters dangerous, First Coast News reported Saturday. 

Meteorologist Deborah Alberto told viewers that unless you are a strong swimmer, avoid getting in the water for the next couple of days. If you do choose to swim, bring a buddy or have someone watch out for you, she said.

This is a developing story. Check back with First Coast News for updates.

RELATED: Update: Search for missing swimmer at Huguenot Park has concluded

RELATED: LOCAL WEATHER: Sunshine this weekend with an onshore breeze.

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