Residents and visitors should expect increased police and fire department presence in the area as the search continues, with authorities monitoring the situation as a developing story.

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A swimmer who helped rescue a young girl from a rip current in Myrtle Beach is now missing and has been found dead after going missing on Friday evening, as search efforts continue.

The incident occurred around 7:53 p.m. near 10th Avenue South, after lifeguards had finished on-duty hours for the day.

Local outlets such as WMBF News and WRAL are cited for timeline and location details and ongoing coverage of the incident.

Authorities identified the rescuing swimmer as Moore in communications through the Myrtle Beach Police and Horry County Coroner’s Office.

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An editor's note clarifies a previous report about the girl’s hospital status to reflect the latest information.

The situation remains developing, with updates expected as search operations continue.

Officials describe the incident as evolving, with ongoing updates to follow.

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The report includes safety resources explaining rip currents and how they differ from rip tides and undertows.