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June 26, 2024

Missouri woman becomes fifth victim in four days of Florida beach town's dangerous riptides

Five drownings within four days off the same area of Florida coast has officials warning what beach flags mean, and offering tips to stay safe this summer.

June 25, 2024

Bear euthanized after injuring Tennessee theme park concession stand employee

A black bear in was put down after helping itself to food in a park concession stand and injuring a worker.

June 25, 2024

Bear at Tennessee amusement park is 'all about this gumbo' before frightening employee

A black bear at Anakeesta amusement park in Gatlinburg wanders into a concessions stand called the "Bear Can" before startling an employee. (Credit: Zachary Recchia via Storyful)

June 25, 2024

Beach safety tips: 7 things to do in a rip current and how to stay safe near the water

As millions of people head to beaches this summer, water safety experts shared tips and advice for staying safe, including what to do if caught in a rip current.

June 25, 2024

Woman impaled by umbrella while sunbathing at Florida beach: police

Florida police say that a woman visiting Cocoa Beach was recently impaled by a beach umbrella. The umbrella dislodged from the sand and fell into the woman's leg.

June 25, 2024

Turn your car into a camper with these 10 car camping items

A few camping essentials can turn your car into a luxury camper complete with a sleeping and entertainment space.

June 25, 2024

Body found near San Diego trail where missing hiker separated from group during heat wave

Diem Le Nguyen, 50, separated from her group during a hike along Nighthawk Trail on Black Mountain in San Diego before she went missing early Sunday.

June 24, 2024

This Connecticut amusement park is the oldest in the United States

Lake Compounce is the oldest amusement park in the United States. The theme park first opened its doors to guests in 1846 in Bristol, Connecticut. Today it's full of thrilling rides.

June 24, 2024

National park tourist dies after being swept over waterfall: officials

A 26-year-old tourist from Pennsylvania died after falling into a creek at Glacier National Park in Montana. The young woman was swept over St. Mary Falls and fell around 35 feet.

June 24, 2024

Hiker missing on San Diego trail after separating from group during excessive heat

Diem Le Nguyen, 50, went missing after separating from her group during a hike along Nighthawk Trail on Black Mountain in San Diego, authorities said.