Multiple Beaches Closed Across Michigan and Arkansas Due to High Bacteria and E. coli Levels

Nine Michigan beaches are closed or under contamination advisories due to high bacteria levels from stormwater runoff or unknown sources, making them unacceptable or questionable for human contact. The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy regularly tests swimming beaches for bacteria and posts notifications of closures and advisories online. The public can access up-to-date information on beach water quality through the Beach Guard website, which covers both public and private beaches across the state.