Beaches in some areas of the US are closed due to rip currents caused by Hurricane Erin.
Hurricane Erin Threatens East Coast Coastal Towns Coastal communities along parts of the East Coast are bracing for Hurricane Erin, with local officials closing beaches and issuing warnings about dangerous rip currents. The National Hurricane Center reports that Erin’s sustained winds have reached 100 mph, and it’s expected to strengthen further through Thursday night. A […]
Hurricane Erin closes beaches from Florida to New York
Hurricane Erin is currently churning in the Atlantic, far from the U.S., prompting beach closures along the East Coast from the Mid-Atlantic to the northeast because of large waves and harmful rip currents. While Hurricane Erin is not expected to make landfall on the East Coast, its outer rain bands could have significant impacts, particularly […]
Hurricane Erin expected to strengthen, threatening dangerous conditions for East Coast beaches
Hurricane Erin Affects Caribbean and US East Coast SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — Hurricane Erin is on its way through the Turkish Islands and the southeastern Bahamas on Monday, having already caused wind damage and flooding in the Caribbean. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) warned that Erin’s effects will be felt across the US East […]
Local residents are unable to afford their own hometown beaches due to the increase in foreign tourism.
As the issue of overtourism escalates, locals in Europe are facing challenges related to beach access during the busy summer months. Recent reports indicate that tourism within Spain has dropped by 800,000 visitors, while foreign tourism has surged by nearly 1.94 million people. Wendy Davila from Spain reminisced about her childhood holidays in Alicante, expressing […]
70% of Americans engage in this unpleasant behavior at beaches
This year, July 4th lands on a Friday, and the American Automobile Association anticipates that about 72.2 million people will be traveling—by car or plane. Many of these travelers will likely be celebrating Independence Day at various locations. So, it begs the question: do beachgoers behave themselves? A recent study by Beach.com reveals that a […]
France Plans to Prohibit Smoking in Parks, Beaches, and Around Schools
France’s New Anti-Smoking Laws Face Challenges Paris – France is finding it difficult to overcome smoking habits. A new public health law, unveiled recently, seeks to address this issue. In the coming days, smoking will be banned in all parks, sports venues, beaches, and bus stops across the country, as well as around schools and […]
BeBot: The electric robot cleaning beaches and addressing plastic waste
Beachgoers often search the sand with metal detectors, hoping for hidden treasures, but there’s something else washing up on the shore that’s catching attention. While we usually think of beaches as places to unwind and reconnect with nature, they are increasingly threatened by plastic waste and debris. Enter Bebot. Bebot is an electric beach-cleaning robot […]
New Yorkers take time off to enjoy beaches and parks as sunshine ends weeks of rainy weather: ‘It’s about time’
The New Yorker took a break from watching the temperature soar to 88° on Thursday, which was quite nice after some rainy weeks. It felt good to soak up the sun again. Beaches were bustling, lined with colorful umbrellas, and parks were buzzing with sunbathers soaking up the rays. “Finally! Perfect beach weather,” exclaimed Mariah […]
City reveals summer safety strategy as beaches open for the season
The beach is back! NYC Beach officially opened for summer, and Mayor Adams announced plans on Friday aimed at keeping New Yorkers safe while they enjoy the local coastline. This safety strategy focuses on protecting residents “through the air, land, and ocean,” involving multiple agencies working together. “The city’s official summer season begins today, and […]
Top 10 US Beaches for 2025 Selected by Dr. Beach
Stephen Leatherman, widely known as “Dr. Beach,” has announced his top beach pick for 2025. This year’s favorite is a beach located on Long Island, New York, which often finds itself competing against other well-known spots in Hawaii and Florida. “Coopers Beach, nestled on the South Shore of Long Island, is shielded from the chilly […]