Jersey shore beaches were packed today despite red-flag swimming conditions and surfers enjoyed 10-foot waves, some of the highest in recent years.
Beach patrols and shore communities meanwhile prepared for possible beach erosion and rip tides with the onslaught of Hurricane Bill.
A pair of male adult jet-skiers were rescued in the ocean at Manasquan Inlet just before noon. They were rescued by three lifeguards in the water and four lifeguards pulling a rope, said Marilou Halvorsen, marketing director for Jenkinson's Boardwalk.