Beach Safety – Page 2 – Smith Point Lifeguards

Smith Point and Cupsogue beaches are closed Thursday (8/21/25) 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 […]

August 21, 2025
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Are you ready for a hurricane?

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 […]

August 20, 2025
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Smith Point and Cupsogue beaches are closed Wednesday (8/20/25) due to Hurricane Erin

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 […]

August 19, 2025
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Hurricane Cat 5 – 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 […]

August 14, 2025
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Can a Russian Earthquake Send a Tsunami to Long Island?

After hearing about a big earthquake in Russia, some people might wonder if a tsunami could reach Long Island. The simple answer is no—a tsunami from Russia cannot hit Long Island. Here’s why: Most powerful earthquakes in Russia happen near the Pacific Ocean, in places like the Kamchatka Peninsula or the Kuril Islands. These areas […]

July 30, 2025
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Junior Lifeguards 2025, week # 4

This Sunday was the final session of our Junior Lifeguard educational program, and it was packed with fun and learning. On the ocean front, our juniors showed off the skills they’ve learned all summer. They practiced tower entries, log rolling, paddle board pick-ups, and the always-exciting beach flags. The biggest highlight was the boys vs. […]

July 27, 2025
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July 25 – World Drowning Prevention Day

July 25 is World Drowning Prevention Day — a critical reminder that drowning is a global public health issue. According to the World Health Organization, more than 30 people lose their lives to drowning every hour, totaling an estimated 300,000 deaths each year. It remains one of the top ten causes of death among children […]

July 24, 2025
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Junior Lifeguards 2025, week #3

During the exciting third week of Junior Lifeguards Educational Program, both ocean and bayside teams worked very diligently and had a great time learning new skills. On the oceanfront, our Juniors started the day with tower entries, practicing how to quickly and safely enter the water from the lifeguard stand. They followed that with a […]

July 21, 2025
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Lightning Safety

Lightning is one of the most overlooked weather dangers. Every thunderstorm—whether it has one lightning bolt or a thousand—can be deadly. In the U.S., lightning kills about 20 to 30 people each year and injures hundreds more. People often worry more about tornadoes, hail, or strong winds, but lightning is the only one that can […]

July 16, 2025
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Junior Lifeguards 2025, week #2

During the second week of the Junior Lifeguard Educational Program at Meschutt, our still water beach, boys and girls kicked off the morning with a quarter-mile beach run to get warmed up. After stretching and hydration, participants focused on flat tow rescues—practicing safe approaches and proper towing techniques in calm water. The flat conditions allowed […]

July 14, 2025
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