Health officials warn of high bacteria levels causing beach closures

Water quality concerns persist across several states as authorities issue advisories and close beaches due to elevated bacteria levels from sewage contamination and runoff. In New York City, multiple beaches are under advisory after testing revealed harmful bacteria exceeding safety thresholds, partly caused by aging sewer systems. Similar issues have led to beach closures and advisories in New Jersey and Massachusetts, with concerns about algae blooms and bacterial buildup posing health risks to swimmers.

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