Water advisory lifted for Fenwick state park beach

A water quality advisory has been lifted for the Fenwick Island state park beach after tests showed bacterial levels were back below the recreational water quality standard. 

In Delaware, increased levels of indicator bacteria primarily originate from wildlife sources such as migratory shore birds. 

Shoreline surveys are conducted adjacent to guarded recreational beaches to identify all actual and potential sources of pollution. Water samples are collected at least weekly at all guarded beaches during the swimming season (mid-May through Labor Day). Water samples are analyzed to determine the levels of Enterococci bacteria in recreational waters. Enterococcus is one of several indicator organisms that signal the presence of potentially harmful bacteria and viruses. 

For current information about swimming advisories, check the DNREC website or call 1-800-922-WAVE.