Is this a jellyfish?

As we are all enjoying the super warm weather and water over the past several weeks, you may have come across some of these jellyfish-like creatures. They are called salps. They are present in our waters as of late because of phytoplankton blooms. This is their food source. The black/reddish dot in the center of […]

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July 31, 2022

Heat Advisory

A message from Governor Hochul. “We’re going to see potentially record-breaking heat across eastern New York State today, with heat indexes forecasted to reach 100 degrees from Albany to New York City. Remember to reduce outdoor activity, drink plenty of water, and check on your neighbors.” Today will be another hot day, with a Heat […]

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July 24, 2022

Hours of Operations Extended

Due to the heat advisory affecting Suffolk County, Lifeguards will be extending their hours until 6:30 pm today, Wednesday July 20, 2022 and tomorrow, July 21, 2022 at Smith Point, Cupsogue and Meschutt Beaches. Here are a few tips to help your beat the heat while you enjoy the beach this week: Seek Out the Shade. Protect […]

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July 20, 2022

NYS Department of Environmental Conservation

As shark and marine life activity has increased in the waters around Suffolk County this year, we wanted to share some important tips to help keep you safe as you enjoy the beach this season. Remember, we share these waters with a variety of marine life and it’s important to stay alert and pay attention […]

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July 15, 2022

A Tornado ‘Likely Touched Down’ In Shirley: NWS Meteorologists

The awning of a shopping center in Shirley was destroyed on Saturday. (Peggy Spellman Hoey/Patch) It was an EF-1 with gusts of 86 to 110 MPH, the National Weather Service said at about 8:30 p.m. on Sunday. Peggy Spellman Hoey,Patch StaffPosted Sun, Nov 14, 2021 at 9:30 pm ET|Updated Sun, Nov 14, 2021 at 11:30 pm ET SHIRLEY, […]

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November 14, 2021