A no-swim advisory has been issued for Singer Island after a 1,200-gallon wastewater spill from a lift station on Thursday. The spill, which was quickly contained in 15 minutes, occurred near Phil Foster Park, a county-run park.
Health Alert Issued
The Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County issued a health alert, warning residents and visitors to take precautions when in contact with the waterways in the area. Drinking water in Riviera Beach is not affected, according to the agency.
The City of Riviera Beach is coordinating testing and cleanup actions with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. Water contaminated with high levels of fecal bacteria can cause disease, infections, or rashes. Anyone who comes into contact with the water in this area should wash thoroughly, especially before eating or drinking.
Children, the elderly, and those who are immunocompromised may still be at risk even at low concentrations and should avoid any exposure. For more information about the potential health effects of wastewater overflow, call DOH-Palm Beach at 561-837-5900.
Original reporting: WPBF West Palm Beach — read the source article.
