Health & Fitness
RI Department Of Health Recommends Closing 2 Local Beaches
Health officials say Goddard Park Beach in Warwick and Easton's Beach in Newport should be closed due to high bacteria levels.
WARWICK, RI — The Rhode Island Department of Health recommends closing two local beaches for swimming due to high bacteria levels.
According to health officials, Goddard Park Beach in Warwick and Easton's Beach in Newport should not be open for swimming due to high bacteria levels.
The department will continue to monitor water quality in beaches throughout the state and recommendations may change as more information becomes available.
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The most up-to-date beach safety information can be found on a recorded message by calling 401-222-2751.
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