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Modern refrigeration and aquaculture make year-round raw oysters possible when suppliers follow temperature controls—summer slurping depends on reputable sources, not calendar superstition alone. Vibrio risk rises in warm months; immunocompromised guests should ask physicians before raw shellfish. Fully cooked oyster stew and fried oysters remain alternatives.
Sources: Maryland Department of Health · Maryland DNR · Visit 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.
