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Benjamin Beach is Closed to Bathing

Benjamin Beach in Bay Shore is closed to bathing due to the finding of bacteria at levels in excess of acceptable criteria. Sound Beach Properties Owners Association East Beach in Sound Beach remains closed.

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

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.

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.

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

Interactive map of beach closures/advisories-
https://ny.healthinspections.us/ny_beaches/

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