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| Rhode Island Department of Health |
3 Capitol Hill
Providence, RI 02908
Phone: (401) 222-2231
Fax: (401) 222-6548
711(TTY) |
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Media Release
For: Immediate Release
Date: July 20, 2007
HEALTH Recommends Beach Closings / Openings
HEALTH officials recommended re-opening GOVERNOR NOTTE PARK BEACH in North Providence 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.
The Department of Health (HEALTH) recommended the closure of KENT COUNTY YMCA in Warwick 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.
The following beaches are still closed:
OAKLAND BEACH in Warwick
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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