Update: Beach hazards statement for Bay Area Shorelines for Tuesday and Wednesday breaking waves of 15 to 18 feet expectedIncreased risk of sneaker waves and rip currents along the California coast from NWS advisories.
Update: Beach hazards statement issued for Bay Area Shorelines until Tuesday nightA beach hazards statement has been issued for Coastal North Bay due to increased risks of sneaker waves and rip currents.
National Weather Service advises of unsafe beach conditions from Big Sur to Marin CountyIncreased risk of sneaker waves and rip currents at Pacific Coast beaches until Monday evening.
Update: Beach hazards statement for Bay Area Shorelines for Tuesday and Wednesday breaking waves of 15 to 18 feet expectedIncreased risk of sneaker waves and rip currents along the California coast from NWS advisories.
Update: Beach hazards statement issued for Bay Area Shorelines until Tuesday nightA beach hazards statement has been issued for Coastal North Bay due to increased risks of sneaker waves and rip currents.
National Weather Service advises of unsafe beach conditions from Big Sur to Marin CountyIncreased risk of sneaker waves and rip currents at Pacific Coast beaches until Monday evening.
Santa Cruz coast: Hazardous waves prompt water rescues, Capitola beach closureSurf conditions near Capitola and Santa Cruz pose life-threatening risks, leading to multiple rescues and beach closures.
Man found trapped in Santa Cruz storm debris identifiedDavid Koons, a 64-year-old man, died after being trapped in debris at Sunset State Beach during high surf conditions.
Santa Cruz coast: Hazardous waves prompt water rescues, Capitola beach closureSurf conditions near Capitola and Santa Cruz pose life-threatening risks, leading to multiple rescues and beach closures.
Man found trapped in Santa Cruz storm debris identifiedDavid Koons, a 64-year-old man, died after being trapped in debris at Sunset State Beach during high surf conditions.
Authorities close more beaches, impose advisories on others. Here's whyAvoid all Ventura County beaches due to rain-related health risks and elevated bacteria levels.
World's shark attack hotspots REVEALEDFlorida is the most dangerous place for shark attacks in 2024, accounting for half of U.S. incidents.2024 saw a decrease in global shark attacks to 47, significantly lower than previous years.Volusia County, Florida, leads worldwide in unprovoked shark attacks with eight incidents.The U.S. maintained its status as the highest country for unprovoked shark bites.
Pickup truck drives over head of NY tourist, 71, on Florida beach while she tannedA woman vacationing in Florida was seriously injured by a truck while sunbathing on the beach.
World's shark attack hotspots REVEALEDFlorida is the most dangerous place for shark attacks in 2024, accounting for half of U.S. incidents.2024 saw a decrease in global shark attacks to 47, significantly lower than previous years.Volusia County, Florida, leads worldwide in unprovoked shark attacks with eight incidents.The U.S. maintained its status as the highest country for unprovoked shark bites.
Pickup truck drives over head of NY tourist, 71, on Florida beach while she tannedA woman vacationing in Florida was seriously injured by a truck while sunbathing on the beach.
Teenager dies after being bitten by shark off south-east Queensland, police confirmA shark attack has led to the tragic death of a teenage girl off Bribie Island, Queensland.
These Massachusetts beaches are closed as of Aug. 1548 Massachusetts beaches closed due to bacteria levels after rainfall, raising health concerns for swimmers.
'Fatberg' debris balls that closed northern Sydney beaches contained faeces, fresh testing revealsDebris balls containing E coli and fecal matter prompted beach closures in northern Sydney.
These Massachusetts beaches are closed as of Aug. 1548 Massachusetts beaches closed due to bacteria levels after rainfall, raising health concerns for swimmers.
'Fatberg' debris balls that closed northern Sydney beaches contained faeces, fresh testing revealsDebris balls containing E coli and fecal matter prompted beach closures in northern Sydney.
Kite surfer rescued from Santa Cruz County beach after writing 'help' with rocksA kite surfer was rescued after spelling out HELP with rocks on a Santa Cruz County beach.
Person dies after being trapped by debris at Santa Cruz County beachHigh surf conditions led to a tragic incident resulting in a death at Sunset State Beach.Warnings about dangerous waves were issued before the fatal accident and wharf collapse.
Kite surfer rescued from Santa Cruz County beach after writing 'help' with rocksA kite surfer was rescued after spelling out HELP with rocks on a Santa Cruz County beach.
Person dies after being trapped by debris at Santa Cruz County beachHigh surf conditions led to a tragic incident resulting in a death at Sunset State Beach.Warnings about dangerous waves were issued before the fatal accident and wharf collapse.
Shark Attacks In New YorkRecent shark attacks in New York have caused increased anxiety, but fatalities remain extremely rare compared to other causes of death.
Dolphin Attacks Spoil Summer Along a Stretch of Japanese BeachesDolphin attacks in central Japan have increased, injuring 47 people in three years, posing risks to swimmers.Warnings and posters are now present at beaches due to this rising concern.
Shark Attacks In New YorkRecent shark attacks in New York have caused increased anxiety, but fatalities remain extremely rare compared to other causes of death.
Dolphin Attacks Spoil Summer Along a Stretch of Japanese BeachesDolphin attacks in central Japan have increased, injuring 47 people in three years, posing risks to swimmers.Warnings and posters are now present at beaches due to this rising concern.
More mystery balls wash up in south Sydney weeks after fatbergs' close eastern suburbs beachesMysterious debris on Kurnell beach raises concerns about contamination and public safety, prompting a cleanup and investigations into waste system leaks.
Long Island hero, 48, drowns trying to save woman, son, 10, while on family vacation in BermudaA man drowned while rescuing a mother and her son at a Bermuda beach, highlighting safety concerns at tourist locations.
Two Outer Banks Homes Collapse Into the Ocean in North CarolinaVisitors warned to avoid Outer Banks beaches after two house collapses emphasize ongoing erosion challenges.
Queens and Brooklyn beaches closed this weekend to swimmers thanks to Hurricane Ernesto | amNewYorkAll beaches in southern Brooklyn and Queens are closed for swimming due to Hurricane Ernesto's rip currents.
NYC beaches closed for rip current, 6-foot swell threat brought on by Tropical Storm ErnestoBeaches in Brooklyn and Queens are closed for safety due to Tropical Storm Ernesto, focusing on protecting public safety against rip currents.
Queens and Brooklyn beaches closed again on Monday thanks to Hurricane Ernesto | amNewYorkBeaches in Southern Brooklyn and Queens are closed to swimming due to dangerous rip currents from Hurricane Ernesto.
City residents prepare for last weekend of swimming at public pools and beachesSwimming at NYC beaches ends with summer, raising concerns about safety without lifeguards.
Queens and Brooklyn beaches closed this weekend to swimmers thanks to Hurricane Ernesto | amNewYorkAll beaches in southern Brooklyn and Queens are closed for swimming due to Hurricane Ernesto's rip currents.
NYC beaches closed for rip current, 6-foot swell threat brought on by Tropical Storm ErnestoBeaches in Brooklyn and Queens are closed for safety due to Tropical Storm Ernesto, focusing on protecting public safety against rip currents.
Queens and Brooklyn beaches closed again on Monday thanks to Hurricane Ernesto | amNewYorkBeaches in Southern Brooklyn and Queens are closed to swimming due to dangerous rip currents from Hurricane Ernesto.
City residents prepare for last weekend of swimming at public pools and beachesSwimming at NYC beaches ends with summer, raising concerns about safety without lifeguards.
Cape beach boosts internet signal to accommodate shark warningsWellfleet's new free Wi-Fi at beaches improves safety by allowing immediate contact with emergency services and enhances overall beachgoer experience.
Creature with a burning sting is invading US beachesFireworms in Texas pose a serious sting risk to beachgoers, causing intense pain and other adverse effects.
Beachgoers rescue stranded great white shark on NantucketBeachgoers on Nantucket rescued a stranded great white shark by pushing it back into deeper water, showcasing community action and wildlife care.
A Dolphin That Has Been Biting People May Just Be FriendlyDolphin attacks in Fukui Prefecture are linked to a single Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphin seeking interaction, not aggression, towards beachgoers.
Shark attacks are incredibly rare. But if you spot one in the water, here's what to doShark attacks are rare and usually occur due to confusion or curiosity, not as part of a shark's diet.
Shark monitoring system pings California lifeguards. But lack of funds could end programTracking juvenile white sharks along California's coastline aids in beach safety and public education.State-funded program at Cal State Long Beach alerts lifeguards when tagged sharks approach certain state beaches.
Creature with a burning sting is invading US beachesFireworms in Texas pose a serious sting risk to beachgoers, causing intense pain and other adverse effects.
Beachgoers rescue stranded great white shark on NantucketBeachgoers on Nantucket rescued a stranded great white shark by pushing it back into deeper water, showcasing community action and wildlife care.
A Dolphin That Has Been Biting People May Just Be FriendlyDolphin attacks in Fukui Prefecture are linked to a single Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphin seeking interaction, not aggression, towards beachgoers.
Shark attacks are incredibly rare. But if you spot one in the water, here's what to doShark attacks are rare and usually occur due to confusion or curiosity, not as part of a shark's diet.
Shark monitoring system pings California lifeguards. But lack of funds could end programTracking juvenile white sharks along California's coastline aids in beach safety and public education.State-funded program at Cal State Long Beach alerts lifeguards when tagged sharks approach certain state beaches.
Jersey Shore cops place surfer in chokehold after he allegedly failed to show beach admission pass: wild videoPolice force used on surfer who had beach pass attached to bag; incident raises questions about excessive force.
Hurricane Ernesto Brings High Swells and Strong Rip Currents to the East CoastHurricane Ernesto threatens East Coast beachgoers with dangerous swells and rip currents, despite being offshore.
Humid weather Saturday in NYC as Hurricane Ernesto churns offshore. Here's the First Alert Forecast.Unsettled weather with high humidity and potential flash floods from tropical influences this weekend.Hurricane Ernesto's indirect impacts prompt beach closures and highlight coastal flooding risks.
Hurricane Ernesto Brings High Swells and Strong Rip Currents to the East CoastHurricane Ernesto threatens East Coast beachgoers with dangerous swells and rip currents, despite being offshore.
Humid weather Saturday in NYC as Hurricane Ernesto churns offshore. Here's the First Alert Forecast.Unsettled weather with high humidity and potential flash floods from tropical influences this weekend.Hurricane Ernesto's indirect impacts prompt beach closures and highlight coastal flooding risks.
Body found in fifth apparent drowning off NYC beach as pols call for more lifeguard hours: 'We will be here again'Calls for increased safety measures at NYC beaches persist after yet another drowning incident.
Avoid the waters of these 5 L.A. County beaches this holiday weekend, public health officials sayLos Angeles County warns residents to avoid specific beaches due to excessive bacterial levels this Memorial Day weekend.
'Avoid water contact' at all LA County beaches, officials warnAvoid water contact for 72 hours after rainstorms to prevent illness.Check with public health officials for beach advisories after heavy rainfalls.
Avoid the waters of these 5 L.A. County beaches this holiday weekend, public health officials sayLos Angeles County warns residents to avoid specific beaches due to excessive bacterial levels this Memorial Day weekend.
'Avoid water contact' at all LA County beaches, officials warnAvoid water contact for 72 hours after rainstorms to prevent illness.Check with public health officials for beach advisories after heavy rainfalls.
Don't go into the ocean at these Los Angeles County beaches this Memorial Day weekend, experts saySouthern Californians should avoid certain coastal locations due to high bacterial levels, as advised by L.A. County Department of Public Health.
Florida issues warning about 'fecal pollution' at two popular beachesFlorida officials warn against entering waters due to fecal pollution at Midtown Beach and Dubois Park.
Two Teenagers Missing in Waters Off Beach in Queens in Suspected DrowningTeenagers reported missing at Jacob Riis Park due to rip currents, sparking extensive search.
Shark bites injure 3 in Florida on the same day, in 'exceedingly rare' eventShark attacks are rare incidents that can occur due to human presence near feeding areas.