Is it safe to swim in Texas Ocean?

Nonprofit group Environment Texas found that 90% of Texas beaches tested in 2022 for fecal bacteria tested positive at least one day. Pathogens in fecal matter pose a health risk to swimmers, sometimes forcing beaches to close for public safety.



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Nonprofit group Environment Texas found that 90% of Texas beaches tested in 2022 for fecal bacteria tested positive at least one day. Pathogens in fecal matter pose a health risk to swimmers, sometimes forcing beaches to close for public safety.

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If the water is very cloudy or if it recently stormed, think twice before swimming! Luckily, our bacteria monitoring program has shown that most of the time bacteria levels in Galveston Bay are low enough to be considered safe for swimming.

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According to the website, on July 15, 2023, there were 14 Texas beaches that contained medium levels (between 35 and 104 colony-forming units (CFU)/100 ml) of fecal bacteria. When the counts are above this level, swimming is not recommended, and an advisory is issued.

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SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, Texas (ValleyCentral) — South Padre Island is home to some of the cleanest beach water in Texas. A recent report published by Environment America looked at the bacteria levels of Texas beaches.

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The far East end and far West end of Galveston Island are especially dangerous areas to swim. On the Eastern tip of the Island, the bottom drops off rapidly into the Houston-Galveston Ship Channel, averaging 50ft deep. The wake from passing ships can cause sudden currents and breakers that can catch swimmers off guard.

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Rockport Beach is often referred to as the “gem of the Texas coast,” and it's easy to see why. This beach is located in a quiet and peaceful town and has been recognized as a Blue Wave Beach, which means it's one of the cleanest and safest beaches in the country.

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According to an annual report issued by the Environment Texas Research and Policy Center, South Padre beaches were found to be one of the safest beaches for swimming in Texas. They looked at data taken at beaches across the state.

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The Gulf Coast topped the charts with 84% of its beaches experiencing unsafe contamination at least once, while Alaska and Hawaii fared better with only 24% of their beaches affected. Credit: Environment America.

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A new study by Environment Texas found that almost every Texas beach tested positive for unsafe levels of fecal bacteria in 2022.

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The Gulf of Mexico may be known to have its fair share of powerful jellyfish, but that doesn't have to ruin your vacation. To be prepared for your trip to one of the many top Galveston beaches, here are the types of jellyfish found in the area and what you should do if you are stung.

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Stewart Beach is Galveston's premier family-friendly beach park, named as one of the “10 Best Beaches for Families” by the Family Vacation Critic. Stewart Beach, located near where Broadway meets the Seawall, has all the amenities you need for a day of family fun at the beach.

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