Oceans - Page 6

July 23

Deadly rip current fatalities reported amid summer beach season as experts weigh in

Recent drownings highlight the dangers of rip currents at beaches, with experts advising swimmers to relax, float, and swim parallel to shore if caught in one of these powerful currents.

July 23

Largest great white shark recorded in Atlantic spotted off popular beach town

A nearly 14-foot great white shark named Contender, the largest ever tagged in the Atlantic by Ocearch, was recently tracked off Nantucket, Massachusetts, after traveling over 1,000 miles from Florida.

July 22

GOP posts Coldplay meme to troll Delaware Dems' green energy scheme

Republicans repurposed a Coldplay meme to target Delaware Democrats for supporting offshore wind as the state develops projects near beaches despite Sussex County opposition.

July 17

Multiple sharks spotted at popular beach that saw deadly attack 5 years ago

Maine authorities urge beach vigilance after multiple great white shark sightings near Bailey Island, implementing notification systems while keeping Cedar Beach open.

July 17

Could underwater living be the next frontier for human habitats

As environmental challenges grow, underwater habitats gain momentum with DEEP's Vanguard, supporting short missions and Sentinel designed for 28-day stays at depth.

July 16

Four people dead in Florida from flesh-eating bacteria found in coastal waters

Florida officials warn about Vibrio vulnificus, a flesh-eating bacteria found in warm water that has caused four deaths this year. The bacteria can enter through wounds or raw oyster consumption.

July 14

Archaeologists uncover 3,500-year-old rice remains in oldest part of remote region

Experts recently uncovered 3,500-year-old rice phytoliths in a Guam cave. Fox News Digital spoke with archaeologist Michael T. Carson about the discovery, the oldest in the region.

July 10

Missing teen surfer found alive on remote island miles from shore: 'Didn't give up hope'

A 19-year-old surfer was found safe on North Solitary island, 8 miles from Wooli Beach in Australia, after going missing during an afternoon surf session that prompted a search.

July 9

Deadly shipwreck uncovered by former military pilot who spotted one historic clue

A single broken plate helped a crew identify the SS Nantes shipwreck after 140 years, revealing the remnants of the vessel which sank in the English Channel in 1888.

July 8

Divers identify 19th century shipwreck after discovering Cunard Line plate in wreckage

Divers recently identified the SS Nantes shipwreck after 140 years using a broken Cunard Line plate, revealing more about the tragic 1888 collision. (Credit: Jam Press)