July 31, 2018

PORT CHARLOTTE BEACH PARK ADVISORY LIFTED

Health Officials report improved water quality for Port Charlotte Beach Park

Contact:
Jennifer S. Sexton
Jennifer.Sexton@flhealth.gov
941-624-7200 ext. 7279

Port Charlotte, Fla. — A beach advisory that has been in place at Port Charlotte Beach Park since Thursday, July 26 has been lifted today. Florida Department of Health in Charlotte County officials received testing results today that contained acceptable levels of enterococcus bacteria. Residents and visitors may return to swimming and other water sports at this site.

The beach advisory signage related to bacteria levels at Port Charlotte Beach Park have been removed.

Water sample results from Boca Grande were still considered above acceptable levels. This area should still be considered a potential health risk to the bathing public. Health officials plan to retest the water quality at this site by the end of the week.

The Florida Department of Health in Charlotte County monitors water quality regularly at 10 sites along the coastline. The intent of this program is to provide county residents and visitors with accurate, up-to-date information on the water quality at our beaches. Click here for beach water testing results.

When making beach day plans, be sure to check the latest reports on beach conditions by calling 941-BEACHES (941-232-2437), or by visiting www.visitbeaches.org.

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