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Beware on the beach today!

By AnneAugust 31, 20232 min read

Beware on the beach today!
August is supposed to be the month of blue skies, packed beaches, and hot weather! But not today. The effects of distant storm Hurricane Franklin off the east coast of the mid Atlantic can be seen clearly on the beach in Ocean City Md today. The wind is blowing, the powerful waves are crashing, and the temperature does not reflect the last day of August. Rough surf conditions are expected throughout this weekend, so take care if you are on the beach: always swim near an Ocean City Beach Patrol lifeguard and check in with them before entering the water. Better still, get yourself a good cup of coffee or a delicious slice of pizza and watch the waves from a distance.   Powerful waves on the beach today An almost deserted beach at 140th Street looking north towards Fenwick Island Crashing waves There's large tidal pools all the way up the beach   Grey skies and grey ocean at the beach today Tidal pools left behind from high tide earlier today It's a quiet day on the beach for the last day of August No sunbathers today! Not a good day to be in the ocean. A quiet beach Angry waves! Not many on the beach today   You can watch the beach and its conditions live from our Webcam page here. You can check out beach conditions from the Ocean City Beach Patrol here. Keep up to date with the latest from the U.S. National Weather Service (NWS) here. Remember, "Keep your feet in the sand until the Lifeguard's in the stand."

About Anne

Anne, a native of Edinburgh, Scotland, discovered Ocean City over three decades ago and was so captivated by its charm that she decided to make it her permanent home. Her love for travel remains strong, but Ocean City holds a special place in her heart. Anne's deep connection to the town is evident in her role as a seasoned writer for OceanCity.com, a position she's held since September 2014. Her frequent visits to local events, businesses, restaurants, and hotels have given her an insider's perspective, making her an invaluable resource for newcomers seeking the best experiences Ocean City has to offer.

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