Massachusetts, Hurricane Erin and beaches
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Hurricane Erin: Mass. beaches closed as powerful storm brings huge waves, treacherous rip currents
Hurricane Erin battered North Carolina’s Outer Banks with strong winds and waves that flooded part of the main highway and surged under beachfront homes on Wednesday. While Erin won’t make landfall in New England, forecasters said it could regain strength and once again become a major hurricane, Category 3 or greater, on its trek north.
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The Standard-Times on MSNDangerous conditions close Westport beaches. High surf advisory in effect.
According to the Westport Police Department, all Westport beaches, including Horseneck Beach, are closed to swimming on Thursday, Aug. 21, due to dangerous surf conditions and rip currents. The beaches will still be open for walkers.
Condé Nast picked Nantucket as one of the best East Coast beach towns to visit during the fall because of how beautiful and affordable it becomes in the offseason.
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Islands on MSNThe Best Road Trip Route In Massachusetts Passes Stunning Coastal Scenes And Quaint Fishing Villages
This short but worthwhile drive around an underrated corner of the Bay State offers stops at pretty seaside towns, stunning beaches, and seafood options.
As ocean temperatures continue to rise, the water around Massachusetts is warming with it and scientists said the changes are becoming increasingly visible.