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Sharks have been the talk of the summer across Long Island. Sightings, and some injuries, have caused a spike in awareness, thanks in no small part to reports on TV news.   On area beaches, … more
It’s still early in the beach season in the city, with lifeguards having been on duty only since May 27. Nevertheless, they have had an unusually busy start. Hundreds of beachgoers thronged … more
From his perch atop a lifeguard stand at Field 6 at Jones Beach, Roy Lester looks out on what he has gazed upon since he was a teenager: the rolling blue blanket that is his beloved Atlantic … more
Long Beach lifeguard Francis Nicpon was just 12 when Hurricane Sandy hit, but he still remembers the floodwaters rising to the third floor of his family’s home in the Canals, and how a raging fire … more
Long Beach lifeguards are keeping a watchful eye on the water after two swimmers on Fire Island suffered bites that are thought to be from sharks. According to ABC, a 12-year-old girl was wading … more
Summer is finally here. It should be a time of joy, spent barbecuing in the backyard and hanging out at the beach. Too often, however, summer turns tragic when it needn’t. The American Red Cross offers the following guidelines . . . more
The Long Beach firefighters and lifeguards responded to 13 water rescues on Sunday between 1:30 and 7:16 p.m., the department said on its Facebook page. Firefighters and emergency crews … more
The ocean is currently closed to swimmers due to strong rip currents and large waves, Lifeguard Chief Paul Gillespie said in a statement. The beach remains open, but the water is “too dangerous” … more
Whether it’s the shimmering water of a backyard pool, a lake or the ocean, having fun there necessitates a cautious approach to help ensure that children and adults remain safe. Year after year . . . more
A teenager is in critical condition after he entered the water at Magnolia Boulevard beach on Tuesday, and rescuers rushed to pull the distressed swimmer to safety. The Long Beach Fire Department … more
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