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Open-ocean swimming has many health benefits — and some risks

Denis Crean, a businessman and longtime swimming coach, has pursued his passion for open-water swimming in just about every kind of waterway. He has overcome headwinds at Lake George in Upstate New ...
The Virginian-Pilot

Hundreds attend mass swim lesson at Ocean Breeze Waterpark in Virginia Beach

VIRGINIA BEACH — Emery Eberle first joined Tide Swimming about 10 years ago with the novice group. Now, she and her teammates are helping the next generation. Tide Swim School instructors — including ...
ABC7 San Francisco

Memorial Day weekend brings warning from SFFD: 'Don't swim at Ocean Beach'

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- Bay Area beaches could be crowded this Memorial Day weekend with families looking to relax. First responders are asking everyone to be safe around the water, especially at San ...
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‘Don’t Go Into the Water’ at Ocean Beach, SF Officials Urge Ahead of Memorial Day Weekend

Stay on top of what’s happening in the Bay Area with essential Bay Area news stories, sent to your inbox every weekday. The Bay Bay Area-raised host Ericka Cruz Guevarra brings you context and ...
Charlotte Observer

The ocean may be toxic off NC beach town, officials say. What’s behind warning?

UPDATE: The Atlantic Beach swim advisory was lifted Sept. 5 when the algae blooms moved away from the beach. “Swimmers and visitors are encouraged to still exercise general safety precautions. Avoid ...
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NJ beach closures: Jersey Shore beach closed, 17 on alert for high levels of bacteria

New Jersey health officials closed a beach in Ocean County on July 16 and issued swim advisories at 17other locations around the Jersey Shore due to the discovery of high rates of fecal bacteria. An ...