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7 Beaches Across Rhode Island Closed To Swimming
Easton's Beach, Scarborough Beach South, North Kingstown Town Beach and Barrington Town Beach were among those closed.
NEWPORT, RI — Following two days of heavy rain, seven beaches across Rhode Island have been closed for high bacteria levels. On Wednesday, the Rhode Island Department of Health announced the closures, which span Aquidneck Island, South County and more.
The closed beaches are:
- Easton’s Beach, Newport
- Scarborough Beach South, Narragansett
- North Kingstown Town Beach
- Barrington Town Beach
- Saunderstown Yacht Club
- Camp Grosvenor, Saunderstown
- Bonnet Shores, Narragansett
Scarborough Beach North is still open at this time.
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The high number of closures is likely due to heavy rain over the past few days, the department said. Rain causes increased runoff into the ocean, carrying animal waste and other bacteria into the water. Most high bacteria counts return to normal levels within three to four days.
For the most up-to-date inforation on beach closures, call the department of health's prerecorded hotline at (401-222-2751) or visit the beach closures website.
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