Suffolk County beach closed to swimmers due to high levels of bacteria

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EATONS NECK, NY – A beach in Suffolk County was closed to swimmers on Saturday due to high levels of bacteria.

Health officials said swimming at Valley Grove Beach in Eatons Neck will be permitted after further testing confirms bacteria have been reduced to acceptable levels.

According to health officials, swimming in water contaminated with bacteria can lead to illness or infection.

“Many might have mild illness, something like nausea or vomiting. Some people might have skin reactions,” said Dr. Robbie Goldstein, commissioner of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health.

Bacteria are responsible for the rise in beach closures across the country.

Five states had advisories or closures in effect due to bacteria this week.

Heavy rains along the East Coast trigger an overflow of sewage systems.

Health officials say those most at risk from water pollution are children, the elderly and people with weakened immune systems.

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