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PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – Just one day after health officials cautioned visitors against venturing into the waters of Lincoln County’s Nye Beach, that public health advisory has now been lifted.
The Oregon Health Authority previously warned visitors against contact with the ocean water at the beach, due to the discovery of unsafe levels of fecal bacteria.
But as of Friday morning, results from follow-up tests taken by the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality showed lower bacteria levels.
As a result, officials say contact with the ocean water no longer poses a risk for illnesses like diarrhea, stomach cramps, skin rashes, upper respiratory infections and others.
However, officials still recommend staying out of large pools on the beach that are frequented by birds – as well as runoff from those pools – because the water may still contain increased bacteria from fecal matter.
Other recreational activities — like flying kites, picnicking and walking — are still safe.
You can stay up to date on current advisories here.
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Jenna Deml
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