Politics & Government

All Evanston Beaches Closed July 24

The City of Evanston has closed all beaches due to a strong current.

All Evanston beaches are closed Wednesday due to a strong current, according to a press release.

The sand area at the Dog Beach will remain open.

The National Weather Service has issued a beach hazard statement in Cook County that’s in effect until 4 p.m. Wednesday.

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Strong north to northeast winds will slowly decrease through Wednesday but waves will remain high through day break before gradually subsiding, according to NWS.


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