Oak Island issues swimming advisory due to floodwater contamination risk from recent rains.
A precautionary swimming advisory has been issued for Oak Island due to floodwater pumping from recent rains, which may contain pollutants such as waste from wildlife, pets, septic systems, sewers, and oil/gasoline from parking lots. Floodwaters can pose an increased risk of contamination causing adverse health effects. Town officials will place signs at the discharge site along the ocean beach to warn beachgoers.
July 02, 2024
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