Photos around the island - September 2

Posted Monday, September 2, 2019 3:55 pm

Photos by Cindy Jackson

Reporter

September 2, 2019

Fernandina's North Front Street during Monday's high tide.

Nassau County crews place sand at the entrance to Peter's Point Beach.

Sand buffers Carlton Dunes Condominiums

Amelia Island Beach driving accesses are closed.

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