As a visitor to Myrtle Beach, what are the rules for using tents and umbrellas on the beach, including any seasonal restrictions? Also, how can I check the current beach water quality, and how often is the water typically tested?
Navigate to cityofmyrtlebeach.com. Go to the 'Visitors' section. Find and review the information regarding 'Tents & Umbrellas' to identify regulations and seasonal restrictions. Find and review the information regarding 'Beach Conditions & Laws' to identify how to check water quality and testing frequency. Summarize the key regulations for tents and umbrellas, including seasonal restrictions. State how to check beach water quality and the general frequency of testing.
The summary of tent and umbrella regulations accurately states that non-umbrellas less than 12x12 feet are welcome nine months out of the year. The summary accurately states that the 'umbrellas-only rule' begins Memorial Day and ends the day after Labor Day, allowing only umbrellas up to 7.5 feet in diameter, with an exception for infant tents no larger than 4x3x3 feet. State that visitors can check beach water quality information on the 'Check My Beach' website. State that the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) routinely tests ocean water quality from May 1 through October 1, and the City of Myrtle Beach also tests weekly during the summer months.