The beaches at Ocean City, Maryland, and Assateague Island reopened for surfers, but remained closed for swimmers as rip ...

Although Hurricane Erin is not currently forecast to directly cross over land, its impact on surrounding areas has resulted ...

Chincoteague Beach at Assateague Island National Seashore has been closed indefinitely after Hurricane Erin's powerful storm ...

The waves and winds from Hurricane Erin left a visible mark on the barrier islands of Chincoteague and Assateague this week, ...

Chincoteague Beach, all beach parking and the Tom’s Cove Visitor’s Center on the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge is ...

Amenities and access to Assateague Beach in Accomack County were fully closed on Friday as officials work to clean up the ...

The beaches at Assateague Island are closed due to extreme rip currents and high surf brought on by Hurricane Erin.

Hurricane Erin is affecting parts of the East Coast, including beach towns such as Ocean City, Md., and more. Here's a look ...

Originally connected to Ocean City, Maryland, Assateague Island was formed abruptly in 1933 when a major hurricane carved the Ocean City inlet, firmly establishing Assateague’s reliance on change.

Speeding cars have long been a problem on Assateague Island, advocates say, with few drivers heeding the 25-mph limit and the island’s resident wild horses suffering the consequences.

Should you venture to Assateague any time after the sand fleas hatch (in mid-May), be prepared. Along with the island’s infamous mosquito population, sand fleas are prevalent in the summer.

Should you venture to Assateague any time after the sand fleas hatch (in mid-May), be prepared. Along with the island’s infamous mosquito population, sand fleas are prevalent in the summer.