There have been four fewer beach drownings off the coast of the Panama City Beach area this year than there were in 2024.

PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - It’s officially 4th of July weekend! With all the celebrations kicking off, first responders are on alert and ramping up staffing. “This is our busiest weekend ...

A male tourist drowned Sunday near Beach Access 42 in Panama City Beach, marking the third such incident this year. The drowning occurred during yellow-flag conditions, indicating moderate surf hazard ...

PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - The Gulf is beautiful and can appear calm and safe, but that can change as quickly as the tides. “We have had some decent weather this year, some really good ...

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Fall break is bringing crowds back to Panama City Beach, and local law enforcement tells us that safety is the top priority. “Safety is the number one concern. That’s ...

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Panama City Beach safety officials say they got lucky with the weather this Labor Day holiday. However, they’re still warning beachgoers about the wind, specifically ...