Officials warn about dangers of inlet currents after four people were rescued

Officials warn about dangers of inlet currents after four people were rescued

OAK ISLAND, NC (WWAY) — After four people were swept thousands of feet offshore last week in Holden Beach, officials are warning about the dangers of inlet currents.  “I’ll tell you, it’s extremely strong and can move you very long distances,” Terry Hoben with Oak Island Water Rescue said. Hoben notes inlet currents are similar to rip currents—a strong pull of water that can pull people out to sea.  Inlets can amplify that movement of water, mak…