Safety

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Help Ensure a Safe Visit to Fire Island National Seashore

• Always stay on boardwalks

• Protect yourself from the sun

• Watch out for poison ivy

• Use caution in & around the water.

• Be aware of rip currents

• Avoid ticks and mosquitoes

• Never feed or touch wildlife

• Keep dogs leashed

• Be aware of NPS alcohol policy

 

Sign up for text message emergency alerts by texting "SuffolkAlerts" to 67283.

Sign up for Emergency Alerts via Text Message

SuffolkAlert is the official emergency notification system used by the Suffolk County Emergency Managers and Public Safety Officials to communicate with community residents during emergencies. Short-term visitors to Fire Island can sign up to receive emergency notifications from SuffolkAlerts by texting "SuffolkAlerts" to 67283.

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