North Carolina coastal waters advise against swimming due to high bacterial levels from Tropical Storm Debby.
North Carolina's coastal waters from Kitty Hawk's Wright Memorial Bridge to the South Carolina state line are advised against swimming due to potential risks of harmful bacteria from Tropical Storm Debby. Stormwater runoff has introduced high levels of bacteria into the coastal waters, and heavy rainfall has led local governments to pump floodwaters into oceans and sounds, increasing bacterial levels. The state advises avoiding swimming near ocean outfalls and areas where floodwaters are pumped until testing confirms the water is safe.
August 07, 2024
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