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.<\/p>\n
DEQ said that concentrations of fecal coliform and enterococci on the site were found to exceed the CNMI Marine Water Quality Standards.<\/p>\n
\u201cThese 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,\u201d the agency said.<\/p>\n
DEQ analyzes water samples collected from Saipan\u2019s recreational beaches and storm drainages every Wednesday. This week, the agency collected water samples from 37 locations on Saipan. <\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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