Beach Information
Kure Beach - Beach Information
Kure Beach - Ocean Rescue
The Kure Beach Ocean Rescue operates under the command of the Kure Beach Fire Department. They have a seasonal staff of 32 lifeguards, including the head guard and 4 Captains. The Town operates 10 tower locations spread out evenly along the 3 miles of beach strand in Kure Beach.
Guards are on duty Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, seven days a week, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Guards are on duty Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, seven days a week, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
National Weather Service - Beach Information & Safety
What Does SPF Stand For?
SPF (Sun Protection Factor) is a relative measure of how long a sunscreen will protect you from ultraviolet (UV) B rays. The chief cause of reddening and sunburn, UVB rays tend to damage the epidermis, skin's outer layers, where the most common (and least dangerous) forms of skin cancer occur.
What is the Meaning of UV Index?
The UV Index is a forecast of the amount of skin damaging UV radiation expected to reach the earth's surface at the time when the sun is highest in the sky (around midday).
Page updated: 10/24/18
