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Sandy creates breaches across Fire Island

First responders, officials and residents survey the damage

First responders, officials and residents survey the damage left by superstorm Sandy, which may include the destruction of 30 to 40 houses and damages to more than 80 homes on Fire Island. Videojournalist: Arnold Miller (Oct. 31, 2012) (October 31, 2012 8:01 PM)

Sandy punched channels across Fire Island, allowing bay and sea to mingle, but it will take time and more tide cycles to determine if any of the breaches are permanent.

Fire Island National Seashore Superintendent Chris Soller said Tuesday there were several breaches on the island's far east end, including one so deep it could become an inlet. He predicted "dramatic changes" to the island's...

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