Valley Grove Beach in Eaton’s Neck is closed to bathing Saturday because of the finding of bacteria at levels in excess of acceptable criteria.
The following local beaches remain closed: Prices Bend Beach and Asharoken Beach in Eatons Neck, Steers Beach in Northport.
Beaches will reopen when further testing reveals that the bacteria have subsided to acceptable levels.
According to Suffolk County Commissioner of Health Dr. James Tomarken, bathing in bacteria-contaminated water can result in gastrointestinal illness, as well as infections of the eyes, ears, nose, and throat.
For the latest information on affected beaches, call the Bathing Beach HOTLINE at 852-5822 or contact the Department’s Office of Ecology at 852-5760 during normal business hours.