MARTIN COUNTY BACTERIA LEVELS ELEVATED

MARTIN COUNTY BACTERIA LEVELS ELEVATED 

Residents urged to avoid contact with waters near the Roosevelt Bridge and Leighton Park in Palm City

Martin County, FL –   A bacteria advisory is in effect for the waters near the Roosevelt Bridge and Leighton Park in Palm City.  

Enteric bacteria inhabit the intestinal tract of humans and animals and their presence in recreational waters is an indication of fecal pollution.  The presence of these bacteria may come from storm water runoff, pets, wildlife and human sewage

Potential health risks for those who ingest or come in contact with the water include upset stomach, diarrhea, eye irritation and skin rashes

The advisory will remain in effect at these locations until results show consistent readings in the good range. The areas will be re-tested again on Monday, December

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection has been notified of the rise in bacteria levels for review and follow-up.

River and beach water sample results can be viewed at:

https://martin.floridahealth.gov/programs-and-services/environmental-health/beach-and-river-sampling/results/index.html

 

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