Ocean city reminds visitors beach closes overnight under town ordinance

Officials are reminding residents and tourists that Maryland’s Ocean City’s beach is closed between midnight and 5 a.m. to allow crews to clean and prepare the shoreline each night.

Ocean City officials are reminding visitors that the town’s beach is off-limits overnight under a local ordinance that prohibits anyone from occupying the beach between 12 a.m. and 5 a.m. The rule applies to all beachgoers except authorized personnel.

Key Points

• Ocean City’s beach is closed daily from midnight until 5 a.m.

• Public Works crews clean and maintain all 10 miles of beach overnight.

• Officials are urging visitors to follow local regulations and respect the community.

The reminder was issued this week by the Ocean City Police Department as the busy summer season gets underway. Authorities said the overnight closure helps ensure crews can safely perform maintenance work before visitors return each morning.

Crews Work Through the Night

While much of the city sleeps, Ocean City’s Public Works Department operates specialized beach-cleaning equipment along the shoreline. Workers sift the sand, remove litter and debris, and level beach areas in preparation for the next day’s crowds.

Officials said the work takes place across all 10 miles of Ocean City’s beach and is an important part of maintaining a clean and safe environment for residents and visitors.

Preparing for Summer Crowds

The overnight maintenance effort helps ensure the beach is ready to accommodate thousands of people each day during the summer tourism season. City officials credited Public Works employees for their continued efforts to keep the shoreline in top condition.

Police encouraged visitors to familiarize themselves with local regulations before heading to the resort town and reminded beachgoers to respect the overnight closure.

Officials Urge Compliance

In its public notice, the department thanked Public Works crews for their dedication and emphasized the importance of following town ordinances. Officials said compliance with the overnight beach closure helps keep Ocean City safe, clean, and enjoyable for everyone throughout the summer.

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