Tanapag beach site red-flagged

Posted on Oct 29 2004

The Division of Environmental Quality has red-flagged the beach site along the Tanapag Meeting Hall after samples collected showed excessive concentrations of fecal indicator bacteria.

DEQ said that concentrations of fecal coliform and enterococci on the site were found to exceed the CNMI Marine Water Quality Standards.

“These bacteria can indicate the presence of human and animal waste in the water. Therefore, in order to adequately address public health concerns, DEQ has given [this] location a red flag and advises the public not to fish or swim within 300 feet of these locations for the next 48 hours or until otherwise notified,” the agency said.

DEQ analyzes water samples collected from Saipan’s recreational beaches and storm drainages every Wednesday. This week, the agency collected water samples from 37 locations on Saipan.

DEQ welcomes all inquiries as to the quality of the beach water. The public is encouraged to contact DEQ at 664-8500 with any questions.

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