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Health and Safety Warnings Issued for Beaches Across Multiple Counties

Jun 8, 2024 1 min read

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The National Weather Service has issued a beach hazards statement for Cayuga and Oswego counties on Saturday morning, citing strong currents and dangerous swimming conditions. The advisory, provided by Advance Local Weather Alerts and based on data from the National Weather Service, strongly recommends that people stay out of the water to avoid potential risks.

In Whatcom County, the Health Department has issued swimming advisories for several beaches, including Larrabee State Park, Birch Bay Beach, Tidelands, and Wildcat Cove, due to elevated levels of fecal bacteria. Similar advisories are already in place for Taylor Beach and Little Squalicum Beach. Residents and their pets are advised to avoid contact with water and sand at these locations, and to shower and wash hands if they have already been exposed.

San Diego County health officials have updated their water contact closure and advisory list for local beaches due to high bacteria levels. The closures affect Imperial Beach Shorelines, Tijuana Slough Shoreline, and Border Field State Park. Water use advisories are also in effect for Mission Bay, North Cove, and Vacation Isle. More information on water contamination in the area can be found at www.sdbeachinfo.com.

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