The Florida Department of Health has issued an advisory for Simmons Park Beach after a sewage spill in St. Petersburg. The beach is across the bay from St. Petersburg.
- Dept. of Health continues to monitor water quality after sewage spill
- Advisory issued for Simmons Park Beach, across bay from St. Pete
- DOH to test Northshore Beach, Lassing Park and Spa Beach
Earlier this month, a large amount of partially-treated wastewater was discharged from the City of St. Petersburg into Tampa Bay.
The City of St. Petersburg is responsible for conducting testing in the immediate area of the sewage spill. Beginning today, at Governor Scott’s direction, DOH will begin additional testing at this site.
According to the city, sampling taken the day after Hurricane Hermine showed satisfactory results in the immediate area of the spill.
Samples will be taken from Northshore Beach, Lassing Park and Spa Beach along with other creeks and canals in the city.
- Previous story: Whistleblower: St. Pete officials were warned about sewage spills (Sept. 16)
- Previous story: Pinellas residents concerned about sewage runoff (Sept. 16)
Samples taken on Monday, September 12 were taken as part of the Florida Healthy Beaches Program.