Health & Fitness
High Bacteria Levels Close Kingston's Camp For Swimming In South Kingstown
The Rhode Island Department of Health closed the beach to swimming on Thursday after taking water samples.
SOUTH KINGSTOWN, RI — Kingston's Camp in South Kingstown has closed for swimming, the Rhode Island Department of Health said Thursday.
The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) recommended the closure because high bacteria levels make swimming unsafe.
RIDOH officials said they will continue to monitor and review beach water quality regularly to ensure safe bathing throughout summer.
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The status of a beach may change as new data become available. The most up-to-date beach information is available through a recorded message on RIDOH's beaches telephone line (401-222-2751).
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