Dig safely when building sandcastles and tunnels this summer – collapsing sand holes can cause suffocation and even death
- Written by Stephen P. Leatherman, Professor of Coastal Science, Florida International University
It's fun to take your kids to the beach, but keep an eye out for deep holes that could bury them. Juan Silva/Photodisc via Getty ImagesWhile millions of Americans vacation on beaches every year to seek out sun, sand and the sea, many might not realize how dangerous digging holes in the sand can be. In February 2024, a 7-year-old girl died after an...