WASHINGTON — A day at the beach can go from catching waves, to desperately trying to save a life. Digging holes at the beach is something many people, including kids do for fun. But experts warn that ...

Manoj Chopra, an engineering professor and associate dean for academic affairs at University of Central Florida, said the ...

Follow these tips to ensure sand safety. — -- A California man's death after being trapped inside a collapsed sand tunnel is drawing attention to sand safety as America's summer tourism season ...

Bahaar Taj, Amy Langer, Brenda Arellano and Joe Peña dig a hole on the beach. Photo courtesy of Danny Martinez. Sign up below to get Mission Local’s free newsletter, a daily digest of news you won’t ...

A girl was rescued after becoming trapped in the sand at Mission Beach in San Diego on Tuesday afternoon. The San Diego Fire-Rescue Department said the 16-year-old girl became trapped beneath 6 to 8 ...

Theresa Wilkinson was digging into the sand in Flagler Beach north of the pier recently, sitting in a hole. She had several buckets, a shovel, a sieve and a claw-like tool with her. Her dog, Coco, ...