Beachgoers in Volusia County may have noticed fewer parking spaces along the shore over the July 4 holiday weekend — and it was intentional. Sheriff Mike Chitwood says the decision came after a series of troubling incidents involving children being struck by vehicles on the beach.
A lifeguard is in the hospital after an indirect lightning strike according to Volusia Beach Safety Officials.
Volusia County is exploring safety measures for its beach ramps following a deadly crash in which deputies say a drunk driver sped through the Dunlawton Beach approach, struck the tollbooth and killed the toll attendant before driving into the ocean.
A five-month dredging project to restore sand along New Smyrna Beach is finally complete, and crews are now working to remove equipment from the shoreline.
The fight over who owns the life-saving life rings Emergency life rings removed from Cocoa Beach amid ownership lawsuit on Cocoa Beach headed to a courtroom Friday.
A woman is still recovering after being run over by a pickup truck while sunbathing in a designated driving lane on a Volusia County beach, authorities said.
Rough surf this week carved what appear to be small cliffs into the sand along parts of Volusia County’s coastline — prompting questions about whether millions of dollars spent on beach renourishment projects are paying off.
Dangerous surf and powerful rip currents are battering Volusia County’s coastline, prompting beach safety officials to urge residents and visitors to stay out of the water. Waves are reaching 8 to 12 feet, and the conditions have already proven serious for at least one family.
Almost four years after two major hurricanes damaged Brevard County’s coastline, a massive beach renourishment project could finally be close to wrapping up.
A large training exercise unfolded in the Intracoastal on Wednesday morning as first responders rehearsed a pediatric drowning rescue ahead of spring break. Firefighters from Ponce Inlet, Volusia Beach Safety and Orlando Health medical teams worked together to practice rescuing a 5-year-old drowning victim.
A new advisory is out to beachgoers in Volusia County after tests revealed elevated levels of possible fecal bacteria in the water at two locations.
For many, Florida’s beaches are a place to relax and take in the sunshine. But for some, it’s an opportunity to take relaxation to a whole new level.
Rip currents occur all year round in Florida, but they become more noticeable in the summer when more people venture out into the warmer water.
Red flags are flying across Volusia County beaches as officials warn of life-threatening rip currents and high surf conditions this week.
Families hoping for a sunny Labor Day at New Smyrna Beach were met with swift changes in the weather Monday, as early clear skies gave way to strong winds and rainfall. Still, many visitors found ways to keep their spirits up and enjoy the holiday.
Hurricane Erin may not have made a direct hit on Volusia County, but its effects are causing serious problems for some of the coast’s smallest creatures — sea turtles.
The Volusia County Council will decide next week whether to move forward with a proposal to allow horseback riding on select beaches, offering residents and visitors a unique coastal experience.
For many, Florida’s beaches are a place to relax and take in the sunshine. But for some, it’s an opportunity to take relaxation to a whole new level.
If you hit Volusia County beaches this week, you’ll see lifeguards waving two flags: A red one indicating strong rip currents and a purple one warning about dangerous marine life in the water.
With a national lifeguard shortage affecting Volusia, the county's beach safety teams are also putting in extra effort to recruit new lifeguards and keep Volusia’s 47 miles of beach safe.
With over 800 miles of coastline, there are a lot of places to have a relaxing beach day in Florida, and it appears there’s one beach in the Sunshine State that’s the best in the United States.
The Florida Department of Transportation has resumed construction on its critical buried seawall projects in Volusia and Flagler counties.
Volusia County’s message for anyone looking to visit coastal parks, drive on the beach and jump in the water during Hurricane Helene? Don’t.
The ranking takes a look at factors like seclusion, popularity with couples, heat and sunsets to determine which beaches made the top cut.
Volusia County residents will soon be able to register vehicles to drive on beaches and to park in off-beach lots for free.
There's still time left to enjoy the holiday weekend, and should you spend some of that time at the beach, but it's important to keep water safety in mind.
The two top spots on the list were Kaihalulu Beach and Papakolea Beach in Hawaii, though one location can be found right here in the Sunshine State.
A total of 570 people were rescued from Volusia County’s beaches over the Independence Day weekend, according to county beach officials.
Nina Lopez is hoping to find the man who she said rescued her 9-year-old daughter from rough waters in Daytona Beach.
Sixty-two people were rescued at Volusia County beaches on Friday, prompting a warning to beachgoers as dangerous rip currents are expected to last the weekend.
The busy beach season is almost here and Volusia County is looking to add more lifeguards to have eyes on the crowds and water.
An argument between local governments over who pays what share of the costs to put lifeguards on beaches could mean fewer eyes on the water during the rest of spring break and the summer.
That giant blob of stinky seaweed that was headed to Florida earlier this year has shrunk, and what’s out there is less than scientists have seen in recent years.
When it comes time to plan out vacations, Florida is an obvious pick for many people thanks to its sandy beaches, warm weather and variety of attractions.
The Volusia County Sheriff is looking to enforce a few bans along the county’s beach. One would be against trucks altered to the “Carolina squat” style, where they’re tall in the front and lower in the back. The other is against tents on the beach.
Has this ever happened to you? If so, you know what I’m talking about. If not, here’s some advice on how to best deal with ocean tar.
The Flagler Beach All-Stars have created a tradition of cleaning the beaches the morning after the Fourth of July party ends in the city.
Now that it's summer people are heading to the beach to cool down but lately rip current have been a major problem. What you need to know to keep your family and yourself safe?
A giant, smelly seaweed blob that stretches from west Africa to the Gulf of Mexico continues to shrink increasing the chances that its impact to Florida will be less than feared.
Thousands hit Central Florida’s coast Tuesday to celebrate July 4 at the beach. New Smyrna Beach police were all hands-on deck and said they are seeing record crowds in recent years for major holidays.
Looking forward to the rest and recovery of summer without the hassle of crowds and tourists interrupting your experience? Look no further than these Florida beaches, free from annoying tourists.
Congrats, Florida! Of all the beaches to hang out in your birthday suit, two of yours made a very special list for 2023: Best nude beach in the world, News 6 partner Florida Today reported.
Congrats, Florida! Of all the beaches to hang out in your birthday suit, two of yours made a very special list for 2023: Best nude beach in the world, News 6 partner Florida Today reported.
The massive blob of seaweed that started stinking up Florida beaches earlier this year has started to shrink, according to researchers at the University of South Florida.
A study found that a 5,000-mile-long Sargassum seaweed clump off of Florida's east coast has been carrying floating plastics that hold the bacteria.
There was a big shift Friday in who patrols the beach in Volusia County. Just the day before, Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a law that took immediate effect that says all unincorporated areas in a county now fall under the sheriff’s office.
Brevard County will spend nearly $900,000 to staff some south county beaches with lifeguards all year and not just during certain seasons.
Six months after Hurricane Nicole hit Volusia County, much of the beach is still a mess with seawalls destroyed and dunes heavily eroded.
Brevard County health officials lifted a swim advisory for Cocoa Beach Pier nearly a week after fecal bacteria was found in the water.
Engineers in Flagler County are in the middle of about a half dozen dune nourishment projects after hurricanes in recent years took huge amounts of them.
All that stringy stuff that washed up on Brevard County beaches this past week is just the beginning of what scientists predict will grow into the largest-ever bloom of Sargassum seaweed ever recorded, according to News 6′s partners at Florida Today.
A large mound of sand staged at Coconut Point Park on Monday appeared to be where Brevard County said it’s pausing work on a multi-million dollar beach renourishment project because of rough weather conditions.
Volusia County coastal residents suffering from last year's hurricanes are facing an even bigger problem thanks to Monday's storm surge.
Several flood barriers in Volusia County are scheduled to be taken down as sea turtle nesting season begins, according to the Florida Division of Emergency Management.
With sea turtle nesting season starting on May 1 in Volusia County—where cleanup and reconstruction from last year’s hurricanes is still going on—that could mean a big problem for oceanfront property owners who haven’t started work yet.
In the first week of the Flagler County’s dune restoration project, 12.3 tons of sand have been added to 1,500 linear feet of area beaches, according to the county.
Beach warning flags are used to let people know when it’s not safe to get in the water, but this county is looking to change the way it warns swimmers.
A storm more than 2,000 miles away in the North Atlantic is having a major impact along the Florida beaches.
