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Rhode Island Department of Health Rhode Island Department of Health

 

 

Rhode Island Department of Health
3 Capitol Hill
Providence, RI 02908
Phone: (401) 222-2231
Fax: (401) 222-6548
711(TTY)

 

 

 

Media Release

For: Immmediate Release
Date: July 1, 2006
Contact: Ernest Julian, Ph.D. (401) 222-2749 8:30-4:30 Monday through Friday

HEALTH Recommends Beach Closings / Openings

The Department of Health (HEALTH) recommended the closure of CONIMICUT POINT BEACH to swimming due to high bacteria counts. Officials will continue to monitor the water quality and recommend re-opening when the areas are safe for swimming.

Earlier today, HEALTH officials recommended re-opening BRISTOL TOWN BEACH and WARREN TOWN BEACH for swimming. This recommendation is based on results from water samples that show bacteria levels within acceptable limits. HEALTH will continue to monitor the water quality regularly to assure safe bathing throughout the summer season.

PLEASE NOTE: BEACH STATUS MAY CHANGE ON A DAILY BASIS.  For up to date information about swimming at Rhode Island beaches, go to the HEALTH website at www.health.ri.gov or for recorded information about RI Bathing beaches call (401) 222-2751.

 

 

 

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