High Bacteria Levels Prompt Beach Closures Across Multiple States

Florida, Massachusetts, California, and Michigan among states affected by rising bacterial contamination in recreational waters.

Florida beaches face fecal pollution warnings after Governor DeSantis vetoes a bill empowering state health authorities to close contaminated beaches.
Massachusetts has closed at least 37 beaches due to high levels of enterococci bacteria, posing health risks to swimmers.
California's San Diego County has seen beach closures since May due to bacterial contamination exceeding health standards.
New York's Suffolk County issued advisories against bathing at 63 beaches following heavy rainfall and stormwater runoff.
Michigan reports closures of four beaches due to elevated levels of Escherichia coli bacteria, which can cause severe illness.