Several Beaches Closed In Westchester After Heavy Rain

Several beaches in Westchester on Long Island Sound are closed to visitors following heavy rains that may have brought high bacteria levels to the water, officials announced.

Several beaches in Westchester were forced to close after heavy rain drenched the area.
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Ben Crnic

08/05/2024 1:00 p.m.

The beach closures were announced on Monday, Aug. 6 by the Westchester County Health Department following excessive rainfall the day before.

The following beaches will be closed on Monday:

Mamaroneck:

Harbor Island;
Beach Point Club;
Orienta Beach Club;
Mamaroneck Beach and Yacht Club.

Rye:

Covleigh Club.

New Rochelle:

Hudson Park Beach;
Davenport Club;
Greentree Club;
Surf Club.

The beaches may be allowed to reopen on Tuesday, Aug. 6 if heavy rainfall does not happen until then, officials said.

According to county health officials, heavy rainfall and discharges from stormwater drains can bring high levels of harmful bacteria that cause illness.

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