Statistics and Daily Beach Report

Every day, Beach Safety provides lifesaving services to visitors of Volusia County beaches, but there are a number of factors that can contribute to negative outcomes.

Always swim in front of a lifeguard tower. Drownings are far less frequent when people swim in front of a lifeguard.

STATISTICS DATE: 12/11/2025

Flag updates: Red

Number of individuals rescued today: 0

Number of individuals rescued in 2025: 2121

Number of drownings in 2025: 6

Number of shark encounters in 2025: 7

The best way to stay up-to-date with the latest beach information is to download the new Volusia Beaches app, available for free on the Google Play and iTunes App stores. The new app provides real-time updates on the status of beach ramps and staffed lifeguard towers, as well as beach conditions, off-beach parking and more.

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