Multiple US Beaches Closed Amid High Sewage, E.Coli Bacteria Levels

Multiple beaches across the U.S. have been closed due to unsafe bacteria levels posing health risks to swimmers. In Imperial Beach, California, the shoreline from Seacoast Drive to the Imperial Beach Pier remains closed due to sewage contamination linked to the Tijuana River, despite recent wastewater treatment improvements. Winnebago County, Wisconsin, closed Lake Butte des Mortes Boat Landing and Winneconne Park after E. coli levels were found to be dangerously high. Westchester County, New York, preemptively closed Coveleigh Club beach due to bacterial contamination following recent rainfall and runoff, with reopening contingent on water quality meeting state standards. Additionally, Southwick, Massachusetts, closed Town Beach after water testing revealed elevated bacteria levels in South Pond. These closures highlight ongoing challenges with water pollution and public health protection at recreational water sites nationwide.