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Washington Post
6 hours ago
- General
- Washington Post
Headed to Ocean City Beach this summer? Leave your tent at home.
Ahhh, Ocean City in the summer. The ice-cold orange crushes, mini-golf, soft-serve ice cream cones and 10 miles of beautiful, unimpeded golden sand. Well, perhaps not unimpeded. But maybe, some day soon, a little less crowded. For many locals and out-of-town visitors, Maryland's most iconic beach town also recalls memories of craning to see the ocean around seemingly endless clusters of tents and canopies, tripping over their long anchor lines and fighting for a sliver of beach in a crowd of thousands. The chaos, for some, is enough to ruin an otherwise picturesque summer day. Meanwhile, those who use the structures for shade say they're exactly what is needed for a perfect beach trip.
Fox News
3 days ago
- General
- Fox News
Missing military flares prompt urgent warning for Lake Michigan beachgoers
The U.S. Coast Guard is warning beachgoers to "remain clear" if they come across a silver-shaped cylinder along the shoreline, as it could be an armed flare. Coast Guard Sector Lake Michigan said in a statement three phosphorus pyrotechnic flares were unaccounted for after a joint military exercise with the Coast Guard and Air Force earlier this month offshore Milwaukee. During the exercise, four phosphorus pyrotechnics that were deployed did not activate when entering the water, according to officials. One phosphorous pyrotechnic was located on Montrose Beach, Illinois, by a lifeguard on May 26. However, three phosphorus pyrotechnics are still unaccounted for. The missing pyrotechnics are still considered armed when they do not activate. Phosphorus pyrotechnics produce a red smoke and flame that can reach temperatures of 2,900 degrees Fahrenheit, according to military officials.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Jellyfish sting nearly 100 beachgoers in Daytona Beach over holiday weekend
The Brief Nearly 100 people were stung by jellyfish during Memorial Day weekend in Daytona Beach. Officials urge caution but say most stings are minor and treatable on-site. Despite warnings, beachgoers largely stayed in the water to enjoy the holiday. DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. - Nearly 100 people were stung by jellyfish along Daytona Beach over the Memorial Day weekend, prompting warnings from local officials and beach safety crews. What we know Over Memorial Day weekend, 99 people were stung by jellyfish along Daytona Beach, according to Volusia County Beach Safety officials. The majority of stings were mild, though some individuals required hospital treatment. Jellyfish were spotted both in the surf and along the sand. Beach crews are responding by treating stings with vinegar and advising caution. What we don't know Officials have not identified the specific species of jellyfish responsible for the stings, nor have they indicated whether this sudden surge is tied to seasonal patterns or unusual ocean conditions. It also remains unclear whether more stings may occur in the coming days, or if additional safety measures will be implemented. The backstory Daytona Beach is a popular Memorial Day destination, often drawing large crowds. In past years, beach safety teams have responded to hundreds of water rescues during this weekend. While rescues dropped to 35 this year, jellyfish stings emerged as a new concern, shifting the focus of beach safety efforts. The stings highlight the unpredictable nature of beach safety hazards. While rip currents typically dominate safety advisories, marine life can present unexpected risks—even on high-traffic weekends like Memorial Day. Yellow flags remain in place, alerting visitors to moderate water risks. What they're saying Volusia County Beach Safety Deputy Chief AJ Miller said beachgoers should stay alert but not overly alarmed. "We've pulled out 35 people yesterday and Saturday from the water," he said. "We have jellyfish in the area. Just between Saturday and Sunday, we had 99 people stung by jellyfish." Deputy Miller said it's important to pay attention. "You can see them if you're really watching," Miller said, "But then you're going to spend your whole day staring at the water and not enjoying the day." "It's a minor concern," said Brian Thatcher, a Jacksonville resident. "Everybody's trying to have a good time, go back to work tomorrow, so you got to do something to enjoy." What you can do Visitors are encouraged to seek help from lifeguards if stung; vinegar is available for treatment at beach stations. Those with allergies to insect stings are urged to be especially cautious, as they may be more sensitive to jellyfish venom. Despite the stings, most beachgoers were undeterred, soaking up the sun and surf before heading back to work. STAY CONNECTED WITH FOX 35 ORLANDO: Download the FOX Local app for breaking news alerts, the latest news headlines Download the FOX 35 Storm Team Weather app for weather alerts & radar Sign up for FOX 35's daily newsletter for the latest morning headlines FOX Local:Stream FOX 35 newscasts, FOX 35 News+, Central Florida Eats on your smart TV The Source This story was written based on information shared by Volusia County Beach Safety, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, and visitors to Daytona Beach on May 26, 2025.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
Daytona Beach sees fewer rescues needed this Memorial Day weekend
Thousands of people spent their Memorial Day weekend soaking up the sun and surf at Florida's beaches. Volusia beach safety had extra lifeguards working to make sure those beachgoers stayed safe. As far as recues go, this year was a slow one. Beach safety made 35 rescues Saturday and Sunday combined. Some holiday weekends can se hundreds of rescues in a day. Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start to summer. That means big crowds at the beaches. Those busy days aren't relaxing for the people tasked with patrolling it. From Daytona Beach's big, red towers to the bright red trucks, lifeguards could be seen working every section of it. 'We actually have more than double our staff this year than from last year,' said Capt. Stephen Canfield. Canfield said more than 80 lifeguards worked at various Volusia County beaches Monday. He said they often make the most recues when ocean conditions are calm. While he said that wasn't the case this year, he's still pushing the same message going into the busy summer months that even if the water looks calm, make sure to swim in front of a staffed lifeguard tower. He aid if you get caught in an undertow or get pulled underneath or in a rip current, try to swim parallel to the shore. Beachgoers said the lifeguards' presence gave them peace of mind as they enjoyed the sane and surf. Click here to download our free news, weather and smart TV apps. And click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.
BBC News
24-05-2025
- Climate
- BBC News
Council moving sand in beach management scheme
Engineers are to spend a few days on a beach, moving large quantities of sand that has built Cormac team will be on Porth Beach, near Newquay, from Tuesday 3 June with work expected to be completed by Friday 6 aim of the clearance work is to improve access to the beach and also reduce the amount of sand being blown into nearby properties and on to sand "will be moved into mounds at the edge of the stream channel, allowing it to settle back down to the beach", Cormac, the Cornwall Council-owned contractor, said. "As in previous years, these mounds will gradually weather away which is expected to take two to three weeks, depending on weather conditions."Public access will be controlled while the work is being done and people are asked to follow advice on signs."We will make every effort to minimise disruption and complete the project as quickly as possible," a spokesperson for Cormac said."Thank you for your patience and cooperation during this time."Similar work was last carried out in 2020 when some beachgoers commented it was left looking like a "lunar landscape".
