RUSKIN, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health has issued a public health advisory after high bacteria levels were discovered at a Hillsborough County beach.
According to the department of health, swimming is not recommended at Simmons Park Beach. Samples revealed high levels of enterococci.
The bacteria normally inhabit the intestinal tract of humans and animals, which could lead to disease, infection or rash. The presence of enterococci is usually a sign of fecal pollution, which could come from stormwater runoff, pets and sewage.
DOH says the beach will be tested again next week.
A #PublicHealth advisory has been issued for Simmons Park Beach due to high bacteria levels. This should be considered a potential risk, and swimming is not recommended. Samples taken, were above the threshold for enterococci bacteria. The beach water will be resampled in a week. pic.twitter.com/tHOH08MtvT
— FL DOH in Hillsborough County (@DOHHillsborough) January 27, 2022
