Calusa Waterkeeper January bacteria sampling results

Calusa Waterkeeper and FDOH water sample results for fecal indicator bacteria, Jan. 21, 2023. CREDIT: CALUSA WATERKEEPER

The Calusa Waterkeeper released the January bacteria sampling results Tuesday evening.

According to the Calusa Waterkeeper, new sampling areas were added, such as the Estero River, Hendry Creek, Spring Creek, and more.

The Calusa Waterkeeper notes that the results were very high all around Pine Island.

Click here to see the interactive map that has clickable locations.

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