Rain and wind follow heat, humidity as July begins
In and around Washington, the new month started with a lavish single-day display of summertime features and facets such as steaminess at ground level and cloud-driven drama aloft, that on occasion might take a week or more to encounter individually.
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Several Westchester beaches closed after heavy rainfall causes bacterial contamination
The Westchester County Health Department has preemptively closed several beaches Wednesday, July 2, after heavy rainfall Tuesday evening may have caused bacteria contamination in the water. The health department said 0.72 inches of rainfall in the last 24 hours may have caused bacterial contamination in the swimming water due to road runoff into drainage outfalls near the following locations: Hudson Park Beach Davenport Beach Club Greentree Country Club Surf Club on the Sound Harbor Island Park Beach Point Club Orienta Beach Club Mamaroneck Beach and Yacht Club Coveleigh Club The health department says these beaches can reopen Thursday, July 3, if bacteria levels meet health code standards. The source for an increase in bacteria is not always clear, but potential causes include: Stormwater runoff Land use within the watershed Naturally occurring bacteria in sand or soil Heavy rainfall or environmental changes like strong winds or high waves Summer 2025: Have fun, stay safe this season. Check out guide to summer safety Freshwater samples: Tested for E. coli: A result of 235 colonies/100 mL or higher exceeds the state standard Ocean samples: Tested for enterococci: A result of 104 colonies/100 mL or higher exceeds the state standard Contributing: USA TODAY New York Connect Team's Victoria E. Freile This article originally appeared on Rockland/Westchester Journal News: Westchester NY closes several beaches due to possible bacteria
CBS News
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Scattered storms across South Florida, more widespread rain expected this week
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Bloomberg
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Extreme Weather Has Americans Skipping Theme Parks This Year
Amusement park attendance is off to the worst start for its busiest period of the year in the post-pandemic era as bad weather deters thrill seekers. Foot traffic at United Parks & Resort Inc. 's twelve US locations has fallen an estimated 9.6% on average over the 30 days through June 20, compared with a 1.3% drop in the same period last year, according to an analysis of cellphone mobility data.
