BEACHWOOD – The borough’s beach along the Toms River will be closed for the rest of the season for safety reasons.
The borough posted a notice online that read “For the safety, health and welfare of the residents and others, the Mayor and Council have decided to close swimming at the beach for the remainder of the 2024 season due to the Ocean County Health Department reporting of excessive bacteria levels found in the water. You may still sit and take in the lovely view of the scenery but no one will be permitted to swim.”
No swimming was allowed at the Beachwood beach. The dark spots near the water’s edge appear to be goose droppings. (Photo by Chris Lundy)
On a recent visit to the beach, there were several people sitting out and enjoying the view. However, there was also what appeared to be goose droppings by the water. A sign near the sand warned people not to feed the geese and not to bring their pets for the health of the water.
A sign tells visitors not to feed ducks and geese because they pollute the water. (Photo by Chris Lundy)
This is prime time for swimming since the midsummer heat has been severe. The borough also posted a message online “Due to the unusually dry conditions, the borough of Beachwood has implemented water restrictions as odd and even days.”
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