Category: Beach Life
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Putting Sydney’s Swimming Spots to the Test Following String of Shark Attacks | 9 News Australia
A summer marred by several shark attacks has turned the spotlight on mitigation strategies, and whether nets are doing enough to keep the public safe.
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Surge in Shark Sightings at Popular Swimming Spots | 9 News Australia
There’s a warning for beachgoers following a surge in shark sightings at popular swimming spots along the east coast of Australia.
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New Year’s Day 2026 | Lifeguards Working Hard to Control Swimmers at Beaches in KZN
It’s the first day of 2026, which is traditionally a beach day in South Africa. KwaZulu-Natal beaches are usually packed to capacity on New Year’s day by locals as well as holiday makers. SABC News Reporter Mlondi Radebe is there to tell us more about the mood, weather and the turn out.
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Swimmers Return to the Water at Bondi | Sky News Australia
Swimmers and surfers are returning to Bondi’s world-famous beach following the recent mass shooting. Members of the Bondi Penguins swimming club held a moment’s silence.
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Summer Starts With Warnings About Beach and Pool Safety to Avoid Drownings | ABC News
Queensland lifesavers have rescued more than 500 children this year with December and January the highest risk months.
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Maui Leads State in Ocean Drownings, Still No Lifeguards at Busy Tourist Beaches | KHON2 News
New state data shows Maui leads the state in ocean drowning rates, and the deadliest beaches still have no lifeguards.
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Hundreds of Swimmers Rescued From Dangerous Rip Currents | NBC News
Hundreds of swimmers along California’s coast were rescued over Labor Day weekend after they were caught in dangerous rip currents. NBC News’ Dana Griffin has more. See NBC News
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Families Celebrate Labor Day at Folsom Lake With Swimming and Sunshine | ABC10
Families spent Labor Day at Folsom Lake, enjoying swimming, paddling, and picnics as Sacramento’s summer heat lingered. Many came to escape their homes and savor one of the last warm weekends of the season. Some visitors noticed low water levels, but the lake still offered a popular spot for holiday gatherings. Families emphasized safety on…
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Rise in Rip Current Deaths Put Lifeguards on High Alert | Today
All along the East Coast, lifeguards are on the lookout for dangerous rip currents on the heels of multiple deaths off the coasts of New Jersey and New York. The deadly conditions that pull swimmers and surfer out to sea have become all too common during the busy beach season with nearly half of the…