Measurements show poor water quality at two Key West beaches
Measurements taken as a part of the Florida Healthy Beaches Program found that Higgs and Smathers beach have water quality that is considered “poor” as of Feb. 1.
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Measurements taken as a part of the Florida Healthy Beaches Program found that Higgs and Smathers beach have water quality that is considered “poor” as of Feb. 1.
The proposed Safe Waterways Act would require the state to issue health advisories and post and maintain warning notices where the water has been found to contain fecal bacteria.
Howard Simon calls on Florida to do a better job of informing citizens about water quality and pollution issues.
Commentary: Bills would require Florida to inform public when beachfront water is contaminated by sewage.
Commentary: Bills would require Florida to inform public when beachfront water is contaminated by sewage.