Press release: Health Advisory for Bayou Texar at Bayview Park
Tuesday, December 15, 2015 – 3:30pm
Effective immediately, in response to bacteriological sampling, the Florida Department of Health in Escambia County, or FDOH-Escambia, is issuing a health advisory for the following beach in Escambia County, Florida:
Bayou Texar at Bayview Park
FDOH-Escambia advises against any water-related activities at the above location due to the potential for high bacteria levels. The bacteriological sampling occurred during water quality monitoring activities, and the level of bacteria has exceeded the level established by state guidelines.
We will continue to monitor the water quality in the area and advise the public of our results. For more information, contact the FDOH-Escambia’s Environmental Health office at (850) 595-6700 or visit www.EscambiaHealth.com.