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Nor’easters and early/late tropical systems can hit shoulder months with less warning fanfare than peak August headlines. Off-season visitors sometimes ignore surf warnings because beaches look empty—rip currents still run after storms. Town cleanup and dune repair can close street-end access briefly in fall and spring.
Sources: National Weather Service · Town of Ocean City
Editorial visitor guidance for Ocean City, Maryland. Confirm current Town of Ocean City, Maryland DNR, NPS Assateague, and NWS rules when regulations or safety apply.
