NEW: RI Recommends Closing Scarborough South and Barrington Beaches Due to Bacteria

NEW: RI Recommends Closing Scarborough South and Barrington Beaches Due to Bacteria

The Rhode Island Department of Health announced Wednesday that it recommends closing Scarborough Beach South in Narragansett and Barrington Town Beach for swimming because of high bacteria levels. 

Scarborough Beach North remains open for swimming.

RIDOH will continue to monitor and review beach water quality regularly to ensure safe bathing throughout the summer. 

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Beach Status Hotline

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).