After several days of limited access and safety concerns, Ocean City officials say beach activities are returning to normal, with a few precautions still in place.
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Swimming is currently not allowed at several beaches across Delmarva, including Dewey Beach, Rehoboth Beach, Fenwick Island, Assateague State Park and more, after red flag warnings were issued Monday due to dangerous surf and rip currents.
Ocean City closes ocean to swimmers.
DNREC issued a recreational water advisory July 3 after finding elevated levels of bacteria in a water sample taken at Rehoboth Avenue.
The Ocean Pines Aquatics Department will offer single-day and six-session Junior Lifeguard Programs beginning October, providing children ages 7 and up with educational activities on school closure days.
For the past week, beaches along Delmarva have been dealing with medical waste washing ashore. In response to the hazardous waste, DNREC issued a recreational water advisory for Delaware coastal beaches.
Labor Day weekend is one of the busiest times on the coast, and it’s crucial to stay cautious if you plan to take a swim in the ocean. While swimming in the ocean can be relaxing, it can also quickly turn from a fun activity into a tragedy.
Right now is a busy time at beaches, and people can often get caught up in the fun and forget how dangerous the ocean can be. According to the National Weather Service, there have been 21 rip current deaths in the US so far this summer.
Several advisories are on the radar for the upcoming forecast, including wind and floods.
Due to Hurricane Lee, severe rip current warnings are in effect for the next few days.