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Leave exposed bulkheads and open boats when thunderstorms approach—NWS alerts beat finishing one more spot. Metal rails and rods attract risk.
Sources: NWS Wakefield / NOAA · Town of Ocean City · Ocean City Beach Patrol
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.
