Two Rocky Point Beaches Close to Bathing

Tides Beach Property Owners Association and Broadway Beach, both in Rocky Point, are closed to bathing due to the finding of bacteria at levels that exceed acceptable criteria. Benjamin Beach in Bay Shore remains closed.

According to Suffolk County Commissioner of Health Dr. Gregson Pigott, bathing in bacteria-contaminated water can result in gastrointestinal illness, as well as infections of the eyes, ears, nose, and throat.

Beaches will reopen when further testing reveals that the bacteria have subsided to acceptable levels.

For the latest information on affected beaches, call the Bathing Beach HOTLINE at 631-852-5822 or contact the Department's Office of Ecology at 631-852-5760 during normal business hours.

Beach Program information: http://www.suffolkcountyny.gov/Departments/HealthServices/EnvironmentalQuality/Ecology/BeachMonitoringProgram.aspx