Sunset Beach - Closed (Bacteria Levels)

[Sean B]

Stay away from this one, probably Howard Park too just to be safe

Tarpon Springs beach remains closed for now
Last Updated: Monday, August 22, 2011 TARPON SPRINGS --

The advisory issued earlier this month for Sunset Beach in Tarpon Springs remains in effect - for now.

The Pinellas County Health Department issued the advisory Aug. 11 for the water at Sunset Beach in Tarpon Springs based on the marine water bacterial indicator recommended by the Environmental Protection Agency. This area should be considered a potential health risk to swimmers.

The Aug. 15 resample was at levels considered a potential health risk also. New samples are being taken today.

The health department conducts saltwater beach testing through the Healthy Beaches Monitoring Program.

Water samples are analyzed for enteric bacteria (enterococci) which may cause human disease, infections or rashes.