Two sites on Saipan red-flagged

Posted on Dec 21 2005

The Division of Environmental Quality gave Bird Island Beach and South LauLau Beach a red flag and advised the public not to fish or swim within 300 feet of these locations for the next 48 hours or until otherwise notified.

The agency said samples collected from the two locations contained excessive concentrations of fecal indicator bacteria (fecal coliform and enterococci) that exceeded the CNMI Marine Water Quality Standards. These bacteria can indicate the presence of human and animal waste in the water.

DEQ analyzes water samples collected from Saipan’s recreational beaches and storm drainages every Wednesday.

The agency analyzes samples of marine recreational and storm drainage water from 12 east and south recreational beaches. DEQ welcomes all inquiries as to the quality of the beach water. The public is encouraged to contact DEQ at 664-8500 with any questions. (PR)

Grace Cing re-ups at Marianas House

Green flag assigned to Rota’s beaches

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