Maine authorities urge beach vigilance after multiple great white shark sightings near Bailey Island, implementing ...

These jellyfish can deliver painful stings—even after they’ve washed ashore,” the statement posted July 12 reads.

MAINE, USA — Coastal communities in southern Maine are warning beachgoers to stay alert after a rise in jellyfish sightings, including the presence of large lion’s mane jellyfish and moon ...

First real-time shark warning buoy deployed off Maine's coast The buoy was placed within eyesight of the Old Orchard Beach pier, with a second planned to deploy near Popham Beach.

ALFRED, Maine — Beachgoers in York County can now stay informed with real-time safety alerts, as the county’s emergency text system launches for the 2025 summer season. The service, active in ...

“A beach closure is more severe than an advisory, and these are rare in Maine,” Sims said. A closure includes the ability to keep people out of the water or close the beach to usage, Sims added.

Beaches with contamination warnings included Gooch’s Beach and Mother’s Beach in Kennebunk and Ocean Park in Old Orchard Beach. The Maine Department of Environmental Protection publishes ...