today we are heading to the beach.

Now, I know what you're thinking. Beach safety? Really? Yes, because every single summer, hundreds of thousands of Americans end up sunburned, stung, lost, or in genuine danger at the water's edge. And almost all of it is preventable with a little bit of knowledge and a little bit of preparation.

So today, we're going to cover the big categories: the sun, the water, the sand, the creatures, and the stuff most people forget entirely. Think of this as your pre-beach reference consultation.