Oak Island issues precautionary swimming advisory due to floodwater contamination from heavy rains.
Oak Island issued a precautionary swimming advisory due to floodwater pumping from recent heavy rains. Floodwaters, containing pollutants such as waste from wildlife, pets, oil, and gas, were pumped into the ocean near Crowell Street to minimize flood damage and ensure road access for emergency vehicles. Beachgoers are advised to avoid these sites, as the notice does not imply disease-causing organisms are present, but serves as a caution for potential contamination risks.
July 26, 2024
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