To the Editor:

I would like to shout out my sincere appreciation for the awesome kindness of “Big Chris” in Barnegat Light. After the storm, my paddleboard and many kayaks were stranded in inaccessible areas near the 25th Street bay beach in Barnegat Light. I was told Chris rescued these boats and lined them up for pick-up at the bay playground. This must have been arduous and time consuming.

October 7, 2026