Two Carolina Beaches Named on America’s Most Deadliest Beaches List
When we talk about the country’s deadliest beaches, what do we think of? Crazy to think about all of the things that can happen when you’re at the beach. That…
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Getty ImagesWhen we talk about the country's deadliest beaches, what do we think of? Crazy to think about all of the things that can happen when you're at the beach. That might be one of the reasons why I get very nervous about the beach and tend to stay on the sand and out of the water. Just not being able to see what may be next to me or near me is very scary for me.
Travel Lens names America's deadliest beaches for 2023 and that can be crazy. When they say something may be "dangerous" they are referring to situations from hurricanes, shark attacks, and surfing fatalities. There are tons of beaches where things may be beautiful and such a great time, but you can still be mindful of those with the most incidents. Taking into consideration those factors and more, they were able to compile their list of America's most deadly beaches and two Carolina beaches made the list. Check out which Carolina beaches made the top 10 for deadliest beaches in America.
10. Fort Lauderdale, FL
- # of Surf Zone Fatalities Since 2010: 3
- # of Shark Attacks Since 2010: 2
- # of Hurricanes Between 1851 and 2020: 120
- Overall Danger Score: 5.37
9. Gulf Shores, AL
- # of Surf Zone Fatalities Since 2010: 5
- # of Shark Attacks Since 2010: 3
- # of Hurricanes Between 1851 and 2020: 23
- Overall Danger Score: 5.38
8. Oak Island, NC
- # of Surf Zone Fatalities Since 2010: 8
- # of Shark Attacks Since 2010: 2
- # of Hurricanes Between 1851 and 2020: 58
- Overall Danger Score: 5.54
7. Jacksonville, FL
- # of Surf Zone Fatalities Since 2010: 3
- # of Shark Attacks Since 2010: 3
- # of Hurricanes Between 1851 and 2020: 120
- Overall Danger Score: 6.02
6. Melbourne Beach, FL
- # of Surf Zone Fatalities Since 2010: 3
- # of Shark Attacks Since 2010: 6
- # of Hurricanes Between 1851 and 2020: 120
- Overall Danger Score: 6.35
5. Myrtle Beach, SC
- # of Surf Zone Fatalities Since 2010: 15
- # of Shark Attacks Since 2010: 9
- # of Hurricanes Between 1851 and 2020: 31
- Overall Danger Score: 6.61
4. Panama City Beach, FL
- # of Surf Zone Fatalities Since 2010: 24
- # of Shark Attacks Since 2010: 2
- # of Hurricanes Between 1851 and 2020: 120
- Overall Danger Score: 7.16
3. Ormond Beach, FL
- # of Surf Zone Fatalities Since 2010: 8
- # of Shark Attacks Since 2010: 4
- # of Hurricanes Between 1851 and 2020: 120
- Overall Danger Score: 7.48
2. Cocoa Beach, FL
- # of Surf Zone Fatalities Since 2010: 7
- # of Shark Attacks Since 2010: 7
- # of Hurricanes Between 1851 and 2020: 120
- Overall Danger Score: 7.57
1. New Smyrna Beach, FL
- # of Surf Zone Fatalities Since 2010: 10
- # of Shark Attacks Since 2010: 32
- # of Hurricanes Between 1851 and 2020: 120
- Overall Danger Score: 8.14
