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Update: Health Alert Rescinded for Bayous Grande, Texar

Published Aug 29, 2013

Effective immediately, in response to bacteriological sampling, the Florida Department of Health in Escambia County (DOH-Escambia) has rescinded a health alert for the following beaches in Escambia County, Florida:

  • Bayou Grande, Navy Point - North of Sunset Avenue Bridge
  • Bayou Texar, Bayview Park

The DOH-Escambia feels that the water quality in these areas has improved considerably due to the reduction in bacteria levels.

A health alert remains in effect for Bayou Chico at Lakewood Park.

The DOH-Escambia advises against any water-related activities at Bayou Chico due to the potential for high bacteria levels.  The bacteriological sampling occurred during bi-weekly water quality monitoring activities and the level of bacteria has exceeded the level established by state guidelines.  Water quality in this area will continue to be monitored. 

For more information, contact the DOH-Escambia’s Environmental Health office, (850) 595-6700 or visit www.EscambiaHealth.com.

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