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Kingston's Camp Beach In South Kingstown Reopens For Swimming

State health officials say bacteria levels returned to safe levels at Kingston's Camp.

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RIDOH officials said they will continue to monitor and review beach water quality regularly to ensure safe bathing throughout summer.
RIDOH officials said they will continue to monitor and review beach water quality regularly to ensure safe bathing throughout summer. (Rachel Nunes/Patch)

SOUTH KINGSTOWN, RI — Kingston's Camp can reopen for swimming Wednesday, following a closure due to high bacteria levels, officials with the Rhode Island Department of Health said.

State health officials said bacteria levels returned to safe levels. The beach was closed for swimming earlier this month over its bacteria levels in the water.

RIDOH 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 beach closures website.

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