A red flag at Emerald Isle warns beachgoers to expect dangerously strong currents and rough seas if they swim in the ocean.

North Carolina health officials warned beach-goers against swimming at three beaches after heavy rain caused runoff, bringing high levels of bacteria to the water. According to the NC Recreational ...

Fluorescent “balloons” showing up on some North Carolina beaches are dangerous Portuguese man-of-wars and they pack a powerful sting, according to a warning posted by Cape Lookout National ...

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — North Carolina health ... of-war also were at their beaches on Saturday. Jockey’s Ridge Sound-side Access near Nags Head. Photo courtesy: NC Parks and Recreation ...

Sunset Beach was hit by a swarm of Portuguese Man-of-War this week while three other North Carolina coastal areas had ...

Some beach towns in the Cape Fear region have taken steps to capture and treat stormwater runoff before it can reach the ...

While swimming advisories don't close a beach or soundside area to water activities, they represent a health warning.