Update: Medical waste diminishes at beaches; ocean restrictions are case-by-case
Visitors to Delaware beaches who are hoping for a dip in the ocean should check with community officials first. Decisions on whether to allow swimmers and surfers are made locally. The Department of Natural Resources (DNREC) makes the determination for beaches at Delaware Seashore State Park and Cape Henlopen State Park.
Ocean City reopens beaches after unknown medical waste found along Va., Del., Md. shores
Days after garbage of unknown origin washed ashore in Ocean City, Maryland, town officials are reopening the beaches to the public, according to a statement.To
Beaches Close in Maryland, Delaware and Virginia as Needles Wash Ashore
Beachgoers were urged to stay out of the water after dozens of hypodermic needles, as well as tampon applicators and other medical waste, were found on beaches over the weekend.
Beaches in Delaware, Maryland, Virginia closed to swimmers after medical waste washes ashore
Beaches in Delaware, Maryland and Virginia announced they were closed to swimmers Sunday due to medical waste that washed ashore.
Needles among medical waste washing ashore on Maryland beaches
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Delaware issues swimming advisory for ocean beaches due to medical waste
The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control has issued a one-week recreational water advisory for nearly all Atlantic Ocean beaches in Delaware, two days after medical waste started washing ashore.
Swimming banned at beaches in Va., Md., Del. after medical waste washes ashore
Officials warned people to stay out of the ocean at several beaches in Maryland, Delaware and Virginia after they said medical waste washed ashore.
Business owners concerned PINS Sea turtle program reorganization could lead to no driving on PINS beaches I
Business owners concerned PINS Sea turtle program reorganization could lead to no driving on PINS beaches With only 117 in ...
This endangered whale species was spotted in coastal waters of Delaware beaches this month
Delaware beaches are a travel spot for many, including this unique animal species spotted last week in Dewey. 6ABC reported ...
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The Beaches – “Jocelyn”
The Beaches are continuing to kick out new singles after the breakout success of their album Blame My Ex. This week’s new offering “Jocelyn,” which arrives a couple months after “Takes One To Know One ...
Winds and an astronomically high tide hit northside beaches in Dennis
Flooded parking lots, coastal erosion and heavy surf along northside beaches in Dennis at the midday high tide on Friday, ...
Public or private? A battle roils over who can access beaches along the bucolic Russian River
This summer, the Russian River in western Sonoma County has been the site of pitched battles over public access rights to the ...
As swim buoys disappear from state park beaches, Michigan DNR urges caution
Once swim buoys are removed, it's no longer considered safe to swim in those areas, according to the Michigan Department of ...
Escape Crowds: Visit 7 Of Puerto Rico’s Lesser-Known Beaches
Discover 7 of Puerto Rico's lesser known beaches for serene escapes with stunning landscapes, ideal for snorkeling, ...
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Delaware beaches closed to swimming after medical waste washes ashore
REHOBOTH BEACH, Del. (CBS) — Swimming has been banned at several Delaware beaches after officials say medical waste, ...
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Local volunteers prepare to give beaches and rivers a cleaner look
On the third Saturday day of, Beach Sweep/River Sweep takes over the state. This marks 35 years since the mass cleanup effort ...