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Elevated bacteria levels prompt water quality advisory at Sanibel Causeway
Updated: 6:39 PM EDT Jun 18, 2026
The Florida Department of Health in Lee County has issued a water quality advisory on Thursday at the Sanibel Causeway.DOH-Lee said tests completed on Wednesday indicate that the water quality at the Sanibel Causeway does not meet the recreational water quality criteria for Enterococcus bacteria.Officials are advising against water-related activities there due to an increased risk for illness in swimmers. The advisory will continue until bacteria levels are below the accepted health level.DOWNLOAD the free Gulf Coast News app for your latest news and alerts on breaking news, weather, sports, entertainment, and more on your phone or tablet. And check out the Very Local Gulf Coast app to stream news, entertainment and original programming on your TV.
LEE COUNTY, Fla. —
The Florida Department of Health in Lee County has issued a water quality advisory on Thursday at the Sanibel Causeway.
DOH-Lee said tests completed on Wednesday indicate that the water quality at the Sanibel Causeway does not meet the recreational water quality criteria for Enterococcus bacteria.
Officials are advising against water-related activities there due to an increased risk for illness in swimmers. The advisory will continue until bacteria levels are below the accepted health level.
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