As of 11:00 PM AST on September 26, 2025, Hurricane Humberto has rapidly intensified into a powerful Category 4 hurricane in the central Atlantic. With maximum sustained winds of 145 mph and a central pressure of 940 mb, it is located about 390 miles northeast of the northern Leeward Islands, moving west at 7 mph. […]
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As of 8 PM AST on September 23, 2025, Hurricane Gabrielle, a Category 3 storm with sustained winds of 125 mph, is located 580 miles east-northeast of Bermuda and 1,575 miles west of the Azores, moving ENE at 21 mph. A Hurricane Watch is in effect for all of the Azores, where Gabrielle is expected […]
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And just like that, the 2025 Summer Season has come to a close. While the season may be over, safety never takes a break. Please remember to be cautious whenever you head to the beach or pool. Always make smart choices, respect the water, and most importantly — remember … always swim near a lifeguard! […]
Read More 2025 Summer season is over.
Lifeguards will be on duty from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, September 6–7 and Saturday, September 13. Saturday will be the last day that lifeguards will be on duty. Parking fees will be collected from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., giving visitors extra time to enjoy the shore. And remember … […]
Read More Smith Point County Park 2025 bathing season to be extended past Labor Day
After Hurricane Erin passed by, Smith Point and Cupsogue Beaches experienced a significant sand loss, leaving the shoreline uneven in places. Fortunately, lifeguards had prepared in advance, securing towers and rescue equipment before the storm tracked a few hundred miles east. Once the skies cleared and the waves settled, the guards acted quickly—returning the towers […]
Read More Smith Point and Cupsogue beaches reopen
Due to the high surf conditions at Smith Point and Cupsogue County Parks, both beaches are closed to swimming Friday, August 22, 2025. Please use caution if visiting the beaches and do not enter the water.
Read More Smith Point and Cupsogue beaches are closed Friday (8/22/25) due to Hurricane Erin
Due to the high surf conditions at Smith Point and Cupsogue County Parks, both beaches are closed to swimming Thursday, August 21, 2025. Please use caution if visiting the beaches and do not enter the water. Hurricane Erin, a Category 2 storm in the Atlantic (As of 8/20/25 at 10 PM), is generating powerful swells […]
Read More Smith Point and Cupsogue beaches are closed Thursday (8/21/25) due to Hurricane Erin
FEMA’s Ready Campaign encourages Americans to prepare for emergencies by taking three key steps: #1 Build an emergency supply kit #2 Make a family emergency plan #3 Stay informed about potential hazards and responses. Further, FEMA recommends that families should keep basic supplies for several days, tailor kits to their specific needs (including pets), and […]
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Due to the high surf conditions at Smith Point and Cupsogue County Parks, both beaches are closed to swimming Wednesday, August 20, 2025. Please use caution if visiting the beaches and do not enter the water. Additionally, A rip current warning is in effect for Long Island beaches as Hurricane Erin, a Category 4 storm […]
Read More Smith Point and Cupsogue beaches are closed Wednesday (8/20/25) due to Hurricane Erin
8/14/25 @ 5 PM. Tropical Storm Erin, located 790 miles east of the northern Leeward Islands, has sustained winds of 60 mph and is moving west at 17 mph. Tropical Storm Watches are in effect for several islands. Erin is expected to strengthen into a hurricane by Friday, bringing heavy rain, strong winds, and dangerous […]
Read More Hurricane Cat 5 – Erin