Florida Gulf Coast Beaches With ‘No Swim’ Advisories
Some Florida counties have had their beaches labeled with “no swim” advisories by the Florida Department of Health. Why and which beaches are they?

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Knight/BBGISome Florida counties have had their beaches labeled with "no swim" advisories by the Florida Department of Health. Why and which beaches are they?
As for why, water samples taken at a number of beaches on the Gulf of Mexico have shown potentially unhealthy levels of enterococi bacteria. This can cause various ailments including rashes, infections and other diseases.
Some of the beaches are on Tampa Bay, and some are on the Gulf of Mexico. Here is a list of beaches where a "no swim" advisory is in effect.
Manatee County
Bayfront Park North
Coquina Beach North
Palma Sola South
Hillsborough County
Bahia Beach
Simmons Park Beach
Sarasota County
Bird Key Park/Ringling Causeway
Venice Fishing Pier
Brohard Beach