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October 13, 2015

Changes could lead to more health advisories at beaches

  • Oregon is considering more stringent criteria for the level of bacteria that triggers a warning.

    • MEDFORD, Ore. (AP) — Oregon beachgoers could soon see a spike in health advisories warning against water contact.

    State officials are proposing more stringent criteria for the level of bacteria that triggers a warning. The new rules would go into effect in 2017 to meet new federal water-safety standards.


     
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