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  • Swim Ban at Chicago Beaches | CBS News

    Jul 5, 2023

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    in Beach Life, Environment

    Swim ban put in place after officials had to send rainwater from the Chicago River into Lake Michigan.

  • Shark Bite Puts New York Beachgoers on High Alert | CBS News

    Jul 5, 2023

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    rokur
    in Beach Life, Nature

    Long Island beaches are on high alert after a teen was bitten by a shark. Officials say two teens were injured in the water on Monday, but only one of the injuries has been confirmed as a shark bite. CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano reports from New York.

  • Volusia County Lifeguards Rescue 140 Swimmers Over Fourth of July Weekend | WESH 2 News

    Jul 4, 2023

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    in Beach Life, Safety
  • Over Holiday Weekend, VB Lifeguards Rescue 150+ Swimmers | WAVY TV 10

    Jul 4, 2023

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    in Beach Life, Safety

    You can see the beach at the Oceanfront is packed with families enjoying the sun and waves — since 10 On Your Side was out here Monday, we saw two calls for revues in the water.

  • Confusion Over Swim Beach Closures at Beaver Lake | 40/29 News

    Jul 4, 2023

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    rokur
    in Beach Life, Environment

    The best way to get the latest information on beach closures is to call the Beaver Lake Project office in Rogers at (479) 636-1210.

  • Water Levels Force Chicago Swim Ban | CBS Chicago

    Jul 4, 2023

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    rokur
    in Beach Life, Environment

    There are red flags flying at the city beaches because the Chicago Park District issued a swim ban, saying the water quality does not meet safe swimming standards.

  • 108 Years Later | Diving 10M Platform Then & Now | Olympics

    Jul 4, 2023

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    in Diving

    In a fascinating video, the captivating world of Olympic diving from the 10m platform is brought to life as the performances from the 1912 Stockholm Games are compared to the stunning displays at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. Transporting viewers across time, the footage juxtaposes the graceful dives of the early 20th century with the awe-inspiring acrobatics of modern-day athletes. Witness the evolution of technique, precision, and athleticism as divers from different eras compete for Olympic glory. This mesmerizing video celebrates the rich history of diving while showcasing the incredible progress and innovation that has taken place over the past century.

    https://youtu.be/xwEM02AeWZY
  • 4th of July Fun Continues at Jersey Shore; Experts Warn Swimmers to Stay Safe | 6abc Philadelphia

    Jul 3, 2023

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    in Beach Life, Safety

    4th of July fun continues at Jersey shore; experts warn swimmers to stay safe

  • Husband Urges Wife to Paddle Faster as Shark Stalks Her | Inside Edition

    Jul 3, 2023

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    rokur
    in Nature

    Heart-stopping footage captures a hammerhead shark stalking a paddleboarder. Malea Tribble was paddleboarding 80 miles from the Bahamas to Florida to raise money for cystic fibrosis. She was right in the middle of her journey when the incident occurred. Her husband was following her on a safety boat when he saw the shark. He didn’t want to cause Tribble to panic so he kept urging her to paddle faster. Once safely on the boat, she warned another paddleboarder that there was a shark in the water.

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