Galveston Beach Water Sparks Debate: Is It Really Clear?

A recent video uploaded by user @_jjfuentes100_ on August 4, 2025, has ignited a lively discussion online regarding the water clarity at Galveston Beach, Texas. The 18-second clip, filmed in a vertical format, displays seemingly clear, greenish-blue ocean water gently washing onto the sandy shore under a partly cloudy sky. An overlay text reads, "Don't walk run, Galveston Beach has clear water right now!!" The video quickly garnered significant attention, accumulating over 547,800 views and 68,000 likes. However, the comments section reveals a stark contrast in opinions. While some users corroborated the video's claim, stating they had witnessed similar clear conditions, a substantial number of commenters expressed skepticism, asserting that Galveston's water is typically murky and brown. One user remarked, "It’s not I was literally there this Sunday.. it’s so brown it looks like chocolate turned into liquid caca." Another comment suggested, "if galveston water is clear… leave that means a hurricane coming," highlighting local folklore. The video has prompted many to question the authenticity of the claim, leading to a debate about the beach's current state.

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Galveston looks like the Caribbean right now.

How long do you think it will actually last?