Swimming Advisories Issued for Over 80 Long Island Beaches

The Nassau County Department of Health issued an advisory for 20 beaches, including popular North Shore locations like Centre Island Sound, Crescent Beach, and Theodore Roosevelt Beach, as well as South Shore beaches such as Island Park Beach and Hewlett Point Beach. The advisory is a precautionary measure due to the risk of elevated bacteria levels from stormwater runoff.

Suffolk County's Department of Health Services issued a broader advisory affecting 63 beaches. This advisory recommends avoiding swimming and water activities until at least 24 hours after the rain ends and two successive tidal cycles have flushed the affected waters. Beaches under advisory span multiple towns, including Babylon, Brookhaven, Huntington, and Islip.

These advisories highlight the impact of rainfall on water quality and the importance of monitoring bacteria levels to ensure safe swimming conditions. Residents can stay updated through the Suffolk County Bathing Beach Hotline and the New York State Beach Monitoring Map.

Swimming advisories are issued following heavy rainfall due to the potential for stormwater runoff to elevate bacteria levels in the water.

Nassau County's advisory is expected to last until Monday morning, while Suffolk County recommends avoiding swimming for at least 24 hours after the rain stops and two tidal cycles have passed.

You can get updated information through the Suffolk County Bathing Beach Hotline at 631-852-5822 or by visiting the New York State Beach Monitoring Map.

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