By News staff
WESTERLY, R.I. -- The police department has announced that the Misquamicut Beach area will be closed to the public until further notice to allow property owners more time to assess and secure their properties.
The area sustained extensive damage from Hurricane Sandy's wind and waves.
Property owners and contractors can obtain passes from the Westerly Chamber of Commerce, 1 Chamber Way, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.