Manasquan Beach Closed After Syringes Wash Ashore, Reopened After Safety Sweep
TL;DR
A popular Manasquan beach in New Jersey was temporarily closed after dozens of syringes washed ashore following heavy rain. Officials say about 60 syringes were found, prompting a beach sweep and a health department notification; swimmers were allowed back in after reevaluation, though more needle debris was reported and concerns linger about safety. Authorities believe the syringes washed ashore from sewer overflows, with many being insulin syringes used at home, and urged the public to report environmental emergencies or hazards.
- Popular New Jersey beach closed after dozens of syringes wash up on shore New York Post
- Earthquake, 3 Killed In Crashes, Dozens Of Syringes Close Beach: NJ Weekend Patch
- How did dozens of syringes end up shutting down this popular Jersey Shore beach? NJ.com
- Waters off Manasquan Beach closed to swimmers after 60 syringes wash ashore ABC7 New York
- Syringes that closed Manasquan beaches linked to household waste Asbury Park Press
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