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BUSAN, South Korea -- The Korea Meteorological Administration has warned against more possible riptides after strong rip currents at Haeundae Beach caused lifeguards to save 143 swimmers Saturday afternoon.

According to the Chosun Ilbo, Maritime police at Haeundae said the riptides occurred at around 10:45 a.m., 12:20 and 12:40 p.m on Saturday between watchtowers No. 5 and 7. The first 66 swimmers were dragged 70 to 80 meters out and required the help of lifeguards to get...