Beach Environmental Assessment, Communication, and Health Program
Washington State Department of Ecology
Washington State Department of Health Beach Program
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What are the Symptoms of Water-related Beach Illnesses?

Diarrhea, vomiting, sinus infections, stomach ache, and other flu-like symptoms can be caused by contact with contaminated water. Other symptoms can include skin, ear, respiratory, eye, and wound infections.

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For more information about the BEACH Program or comments on the website, contact Jessica Archer at jarc461@ecy.wa.gov.

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