On Thursday, August 31st, 2023 Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone announced that Smith Point beach will remained open for two more weekends. The dates and hours of operations will be 9/9/23, 9/10/23, 9/16/23 and 9/17/23 from 10 AM – 5:30 PM.
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Franklin, Could Become Atlantic Hurricane And Send Swells To U.S. East Coast. (8/24/23) Tropical Storm Franklin Discussion Number 15NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL AL082023 500 AM EDT Thu Aug 24 2023 Franklin is pulling away from the Dominican Republic and the Turks and Caicos, and appears to be gradually gaining strength. Satellite images show […]
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SPLA hosted a breakfast at our three beaches this morning; Smith Point, Cupsogue and Meschutt. We wanted to express our gratitude to all of our lifeguards for your commitment, camaraderie, teamwork, hard work, valor and unity.
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Author: Emily Allen Source: NYSUT Communications Caption: “The work NYSUT is doing to raise awareness shows us that our union family values us as professionals,” said Ryan Clark, president of the New York State Lifeguard Corps and a social studies teacher at Bellmore-Merrick Central High School. “We just need the Legislature to pass the laws so we can […]
Read More Lifeguards push state for first responder status
SPF – Sun Protection Factor Who should wear SPF?Everyone. Sunscreen protects you from harmful UV (ultraviolet) rays, which can cause skin cancer and premature aging of the skin. How much sunscreen do I need and how often?Most adults need about 1 ounce — or enough to fill a shot glass — to fully cover their […]
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Read More Heat advisory remains in effect through Saturday evening
In a daring display of clear thinking and swift action, Captain Matt Martins and a lifeguard Brett Doxsee (Who finished The Ironman Triathlon 2 days ago…) sprang into action to rescue a distressed paddle boarder who found himself in a unnerving situation two miles north from Meschutt’s shore. It was a serene summer day, but […]
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Jul 06, 2023, 5:42am Updated 13h ago By: Virginia Huie Multiple agencies on Long Island detailed their plans Thursday to keep swimmers safe following five suspected shark bites this week. Beachgoers can expect to see patrols on jet skis, paddles boards, helicopters and drones on the lookout for dangerous marine line. Suffolk County officials announced a plan to […]
Read More ‘There’s always a potential for risk’: State parks police ramp up shark patrols after 5 suspected bites since Monday
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has issued an Air Quality Health Advisory for the following counties: New York, Bronx, Kings, Queens, Richmond, Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, Rockland, Orange and Putnam. until midnight EDT tonight. Air quality levels in outdoor air are predicted to be greater than an Air Quality Index value of 100 […]
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According to the American Academy of Dermotology Association, your skin can burn if it gets too much sun without proper protection from sunscreen and clothes. To help heal and soothe stinging skin, it is important to begin treating sunburn as soon as you notice it. Follow these dermatologists’ tips to help relieve the discomfort. Once […]
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