Happy Fourth of July: Five Things on the Beach

1) It’s Independence Day. Go celebrate the Fourth and be safe!

2) Rip currents are always an issue in the summertime when beaches are getting more use.

3) There are lots of great places to see the fireworks tonight. Have a favorite spot? Let us know!

4) Do you have a big event coming up? Let everyone know about on our Patch Events page!

5) Here's your Independence Day Forecast. It'll be partly cloudy with a chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs will be around 90 with a 30 percent chance of rain.