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East Coast Beaches Closed: High Fecal Contamination Alert

8/31/2025

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East Coast beaches, including Benjamin’s Beach in Long Island, are closed for Labor Day due to high fecal contamination.
Suffolk County officials reported bacteria levels surpassing safe limits, issuing health warnings for potential illnesses.
In 2024, over 60% of U.S. beaches experienced contamination, primarily from urban runoff and sewage overflows.
Health officials advised against swimming in Prestons Pond due to harmful blue-green algae blooms.

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East Coast beaches, including Benjamin’s Beach in Long Island, are closed for Labor Day due to high fecal contamination.
Suffolk County officials reported bacteria levels surpassing safe limits, issuing health warnings for potential illnesses.
In 2024, over 60% of U.S. beaches experienced contamination, primarily from urban runoff and sewage overflows.
Health officials advised against swimming in Prestons Pond due to harmful blue-green algae blooms.