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In 2016, New Smyrna Beach faced Hurricane Matthew with planted living shorelines; winds topped 90 mph, yet the demonstration structures remained standing

The living shoreline initiative in New Smyrna Beach demonstrated remarkable resilience during Hurricane Matthew, effectively absorbing the storm's wave energy. This natural barrier mitigated significant erosion and structural damage, showcasing the superiority of plants and sand against conventional hardened structures. Research by NOAA supports the effectiveness of living shorelines over…

The Economic Times · Sep 4

Chaos in Florida for spring break as ‘takeovers’ overwhelm beaches and law enforcement

Social media promoters could soon face financial penalties for organizing unsanctioned ‘takeover’ events

The Independent UK · Mar 17

Florida mom ‘lucky to be alive’ after miscarrying due to raw milk consumption, she says in lawsuit

Rachel Maddox launches lawsuit after alleging that she and her toddler became badly ill after coming into contact with bacteria traced back to New Smyrna Beach business by state health officials

The Independent UK · Aug 15, 2025

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Shark attacks, riptides, and hurricanes: These are the most dangerous beaches in the US

Shark attacks, rip currents, hurricanes and even lightining can turn a fun beach trip deadly

The Independent UK · Jun 29, 2024

World's shark attack capital where 17 people were bitten last year in bloody encounters

Shark attacks at Florida's Smyrna Beach in Volusia County are 10 times more likely than anywhere else on the planet and the number is creeping up with another surfer's foot being gored just this week

Daily Mirror · Jul 5, 2022

Shark bites surfer on foot off Florida beach

ORLANDO, Fla. — A 28-year-old surfer was bitten on his foot, “presumably by a shark,” off New Smyrna Beach Sunday, Volusia County Beach Safety said.

Orlando Sentinel · Jul 4, 2022

Surfer bitten by shark at Florida beach, officials say

ORLANDO, Fla. — An Altamonte Springs man was the second person in a week bitten by a shark at New Smyrna Beach, according to Volusia County Beach officials.

Orlando Sentinel · Mar 14, 2022

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