East Islip (11730), on the south side of Suffolk County, borders or sits near Great River, Islip and Oakdale. Hurricane Sandy in October 2012 brought record coastal flooding to the Great South Bay, with a surge of roughly 6 to 7 feet along the southwest Suffolk shore, according to the National Weather Service.
Record rainfall on August 13, 2014 flooded roads and basements across southwest Suffolk, with 13.26 inches measured at MacArthur Airport in Islip. On canal and bayfront lots, lower levels and mechanical systems are the usual places water reaches first. With flood-zone properties common here, crews put real effort into clear records of the loss for carriers and flood policies.
In practice, crews in East Islip focus on stopping the source, removing standing water quickly, and drying structure and contents to acceptable moisture levels.
Nearby areas served include Great River, Islip and Oakdale. Crews also handle fire and smoke damage in East Islip and mold remediation in East Islip.
