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Barrington Town Beach Closed To Swimming Due To Bacteria Levels

Health officials said they will continue to monitor and review beach water quality regularly to ensure safe bathing throughout summer.

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For the most up-to-date information, call the department's prerecorded beach line at 401-222-2751 or visit the Rhode Island beach closures website.
For the most up-to-date information, call the department's prerecorded beach line at 401-222-2751 or visit the Rhode Island beach closures website. (Rachel Nunes/Patch)

BARRINGTON, RI — The Barrington Town Beach is closed to swimming due to high bacteria levels, state health officials said Tuesday.

The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) deemed the beach unsafe for swimming because of high bacteria levels. RIDOH officials said they will continue to monitor and review beach water quality regularly to ensure safe bathing throughout summer.

For the most up-to-date information, call the department's prerecorded beach line at 401-222-2751 or visit the beach closures website.

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