Long Beach (11561) sits on the South Shore, with Island Park, Atlantic Beach and Point Lookout nearby. Incorporated in 1922 as a planned beach resort, Long Beach sits on a barrier island between Reynolds Channel and the Atlantic.
Hurricane Sandy caused major damage here in 2012, and most properties fall in high-risk flood zones where flood insurance is part of life. Fire loss commonly includes water damage, so crews handle both together. Post-storm rebuilding has left many homes with a mix of new and old construction that can affect how fires behave. Ocean air wears down wiring connections and fixtures faster than inland conditions, and that can lead to electrical fires.
For Long Beach property owners, that means securing the property, cleaning soot and smoke residue thoroughly, and documenting everything for insurance.
Crews also serve nearby Island Park, Atlantic Beach and Point Lookout. Crews also handle water damage in Long Beach and mold remediation in Long Beach.
