Lake Ronkonkoma Beach is closed to bathing due to the finding of bacteria at levels that exceed New York State standards.

The Suffolk County Department of Public Works’ Division of Vector Control plans to treat  salt marshes by helicopter to control mosquito larvae.  Should weather conditions prevent completion of the work, it will be continued on the next suitable day.

Following the amassing of thousands of dead bunker fish on the shores of the Peconic River on May 29, 2015 and June 14, 2015, health officials are warning residents and visitors who choose to recreate near these waters to follow some common-sense recommendations.

The Suffolk County Department of Public Works’ Division of Vector Control plans to treat parts of a number of salt marshes by helicopter to control mosquito larvae. 

Due to the heavy rainfall that occurred overnight and today (6/15/15), the Suffolk County Department of Health Services has issued an advisory against bathing at 64 beaches. The advisory is based on the potential for the presence of bacteria at levels that exceed New York State standards.