As Americans head to the beach for their Fourth of July celebrations, popular destinations across the United States are under ...

When local health departments issue swim advisories at Hampton Roads beaches, it’s because they’ve determined the ...

A Recreational Water Advisory was issued for Rehoboth Beach in Delaware due to high bacteria levels.

The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control​ has issued a recreational water advisory on Thursday ...

"Swimmers are advised to use caution and avoid prolonged periods in the water," a city of Rehoboth Beach news release said.

Officials have closed off swimming at beaches in at least six states due to high bacteria levels. Here's where those closures ...

As families gear up for annual summertime treks to cool off near the coast on Independence Day weekend, dozens of beaches may ...

A seaside escape is always a popular summer activity, particularly for Fourth of July festivities, but with potentially ...

Deep below the surface of the ocean, bacteria and critters that feed off nutrients spouting from hydrothermal vents met with ...

Dozens of beaches across several states are closed or have health advisories in place due to elevated bacteria levels.

The state lifted the advisory after a retest taken on July 3 found the water to be "below the standard for recreational ...

High fecal bacteria levels at Nye Beach prompt health warning. Avoid water contact until advisory lifted. Other beach ...