2 Nassau beaches closed to bathing due to high bacteria levels, health officials say
The water at Hewlett Point Beach in East Rockaway was closed to bathing on Wednesday due to high bacteria levels. Credit: Danielle Silverman
Two beaches in Nassau County were shut Wednesday because of high bacterial levels — and will not reopen until they drop to "acceptable limits," the county's health department said on Wednesday.
The two beaches closed to swimming due to what has become a recurring problem, especially after storms, are: Hewlett Point Beach in East Rockaway and Biltmore Beach Club in Massapequa.
To speak with a Health Department representative, weekdays, 9 a.m. to 4:45 p.m., call (516) 227-9717.
For up-to-date recorded information on beach openings and closings, call (516) 227-9700.
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