NOAA officials are reminding beachgoers of the moderate threat of rip currents this holiday weekend. Before heading out to splash in the waves, know the facts on rip currents: what rip currents are, how to identify and avoid them, and if caught, how to break the grip of the rip!
The Worcester County Fire Marshal’s Office investigated a commercial structure fire at Smokers BBQ Pit located at 9711 Stephen Decatur Highway in West Ocean City early this morning. The Ocean City Fire Department was dispatched for a reported structure fire at 4:12 AM. Upon arrival, crews experienced fire conditions on the exterior of the structure. Crews brought the fire under control quickly with fire and smoke damage extending throughout the interior as well.