August 8, 2024
Media Contact: Tes La Dieu, Public Information Officer, 757-594-7411 or taylor.ladieu@vdh.virginia.gov
Swimming Advisory Lifted for Buckroe Beach South, Salt Ponds
Swimming Advisory Still in Place for Buckroe Middle
HAMPTON, Va. — The Hampton Health District received results from sampling completed on Wednesday, August 7. These results indicate that bacteria levels in the water at Buckroe Beach South and Salt Ponds meet the state water quality standards for recreational waters. The swimming advisory is no longer in effect at these locations.
The sample taken from Buckroe Beach Middle did not meet state water quality standards for recreational waters. The swimming advisory is still in effect. Resampling was conducted Thursday, August 8, and the results of that testing will be read on Friday, August 9.
Environmental health officials sample Buckroe North, Buckroe South, Buckroe Middle, Fort Monroe, and Salt Ponds public beaches on a weekly basis during the swimming season from May to September.
Residents are reminded to observe the following guidelines as they enjoy the summer swimming season:
- Do not swim in water that looks stagnant, muddy, or smells unpleasant.
- Avoid swallowing river, stream, lakes, or other recreational water.
- Prevent direct contact between broken skin and recreational water.
- Avoid swimming in natural water bodies (rivers, streams, lakes, etc.) for several days after a heavy rainfall.
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