Sand for Thinning Island Beaches Pumped Forth Before Winter?; ‘Dry’ Lightning Bolt Like a Bull Whip

For Island beachgoers who are finding their favorite beaches narrowing through erosion, a sand assist is now on the way.

Army Corps of Engineers in Philly have known of LBI’s need for sand fixes on certain beaches. Last year, it requested congressional funding for the work, based on a 65%-35% split of expenses between the state and federal governments.