Bellmore Business Owners are Concerned about Beachside Flood Damage

3/2/2021 (Permalink)

When flood damage occurs in your home, you need the help of a professional outfit. SERVPRO techs are ready 24/7 365 days a year.

Entrepreneurs know the beach side climate can bring floods

Bellmore is a small hamlet on Long Island and the perfect place to get away for a vacation. If you love the beach, Bellmore is the right place for you. It is just five miles from a state park that boasts many beautiful beaches, and you are never far from nautical charm here.

Enjoy a seaside atmosphere near Bellmore

Bellmore is conveniently located for Jones Beach State Park, a state park situated on a beautiful barrier island. However, the park is not a natural phenomenon. When public official Robert Moses and his team discovered the island, it was low lying, swampy, and unwelcoming. They dredged sand from the bay to raise and strengthen the island, and thousands of men worked hand-planting beach grasses to create a wind barrier. Moses ordered several art deco buildings, and Jones Beach State Park quickly became a popular vacation destination.

There is plenty to see and do in the park. When you visit, why not start with these popular stops:

• Over six miles of beautiful beaches, specially designed for bathing.
• The Jones Beach Boardwalk Bandshell, where you can enjoy free concerts.
• The mini-golf and putt course, or the shuffleboard and basketball facilities.
• The West Bath House swimming pool.

If you visit in the summer, you will find plenty of concession stands dotted throughout the park, although there is no longer a permanent restaurant. If you are looking for some entertainment, be sure to stop off at Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater (usually called Jones Beach Theater.) The theater is an original 1950’s amphitheatre and one of the most prominent outdoor arenas in the New York Metropolitan Area. Big names such as Aerosmith have played here, and the theater hosts a year-round program of concerts and musicals.

Explore the wonder of nature

Jones Beach State Park is also home to the Jones Beach Energy & Nature Center. This innovative center uses the beachside environment as a teaching facility to show how humans can live in harmony with the natural world. The center has exhibits on:

• The history of Jones Beach and how it changes over time.
• The history of energy networks on Long Island.
• Conservation and habitat restoration in the area, including the use of synthetic reefs and the importance of cleaning up plastics.
• Natural energy sources and the use of renewable energy.
• The importance of sustainable building practices.

The Energy & Nature Center also has a pollinator center, an outdoor classroom, a sensory playground, and an oceanside educational trail. It is an ideal place for kids to let off some steam while learning about conservation.

Flooding is a risk to local businesses

In 2012, Hurricane Sandy hit the Jones Beach Theater and caused extensive damage. The water rushed into the lower levels and filled over half the seating area. Although the owners were able to successfully re-open the theater, it required a $20 million restoration project.

As anyone at the theater after the flooding knows, swift action is necessary after a disaster. That is why SERVPRO is Faster To Any Size Disaster. The quicker we arrive, the faster we can:

• Secure your business, including using tarps and boarding up if necessary.
• Deal with any health risks such as blackwater, debris, or slip and fall hazards.
• Establish a safe electricity supply for water evacuation, or arrange for truck-mounted pumps
• Start drying your business to reduce the risk of mold growth.

To restore your business after flood damage, call SERVPRO of Bellmore / Wantagh at (516) 809-9600.