Fire Island Association
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Shoring Up LI ‘s Battered Beaches
Recent storms raise questions on how to repair erosion damage
The East Coast Is Sinking
New satellite-based research reveals how land along the coast is slumping into the ocean, compounding the danger from global sea level rise. A major culprit: overpumping of groundwater. Click here for more
Fire Island AIDS Memorial overlooking the ocean will be a fitting ‘tribute’ to honor those who died, organizers say
Eric Sawyer, who's involved in a project to build a Fire Island AIDS Memorial, in front of a New York City AIDS memorial on Wednesday. Credit: Ed Quinn By Brianne Leddabrianne.ledda@newsday.comUpdated January 28, 2024 7:10 am In the 1980s, Eric Sawyer...
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers approves federal funding to address Fire Island coastal erosion
By CBS New York Team Updated on: January 26, 2024 / 11:30 PM EST / CBS New York OCEAN BEACH, N.Y. -- Fire Island could soon get federal help to deal with beach erosion. Gov. Kathy Hochul said Friday night that the the United States Army Corps...
A Powerful Storm Hits Fire Island
Last week an unnamed storm event came out of the Gulf and raced up the east coast, leaving trees blown down, power outages affecting thousands, and causing major coastal and inland flooding on its way north. By the time it arrived on Fire Island, the storm’s barometer...
Fire Island fire chiefs: Washed-out beaches ‘ticking time bomb’ for first responders
Watch Now • 2:11 https://tv.newsday.com/watch/long-island/towns/fire-island-officials-urging-action-to-repair-storm-damage-to-beaches-steve-mmj-bdfbmg04 'The beach here is our roadway' Fire Island officials push for repairs to storm-damaged beaches. NewsdayTV's Steve...
Working for Fire Islanders Since 1955
The Fire Island Association represents the interests of all seventeen communities, 4000 homes, and dozens of businesses on Fire Island. As a steward of this resource, FIA takes very seriously its obligation to weigh the consequences of many issues and activities on the Island and how they might impact the future of Fire Island as a whole and its enjoyment by future generations.
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With its stunning natural environment, outstanding recreational opportunities, and relaxed quality of life, Fire Island is a unique and irreplaceable resource for residents and visitors alike.