2022 report finds high fecal matter pollution in Texas beaches, with Cole Park in Nueces County having the highest levels.
Texas beaches face high levels of fecal matter pollution, with Cole Park in Nueces County having the highest fecal matter levels on over half the days it was tested in 2022. A report by Environment Texas found 90% of fecal matter on Texas beaches during one day's testing. Impervious surfaces, rapid development, and outdated sewer systems contribute to water pollution, prompting warnings to avoid certain beaches during summer vacations.
July 27, 2024
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