bacteria levels
Coverage of bacteria levels in the Nexus archive.
- Bacteria levels spike at several L.A. County beaches: See which ones to avoid
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has issued a warning to avoid water activities at certain beaches due to elevated bacteria levels. The advisory specifically mentions swimming, surfing, and playing in the water as high-risk activities.
- A dozen NYC beaches warn of high bacteria levels in water after heavy rain
A dozen New York City beaches have issued warnings about high bacteria levels in the water following heavy rain. Stacey Sager is reporting from Coney Island.
- Beaches close in NY amid heat wave
Several New York beaches closed due to a heat wave with temperatures reaching 100 degrees, prompted by unsafe bacteria levels and shark sightings. The closures aimed to address safety concerns amid extreme heat.
- Unacceptable bacteria levels at Jersey beaches
Unacceptable bacteria levels have been detected at Jersey beaches, prompting concerns. Officials attribute the issue to significant recent rainfall, which may have led to poor water quality.