High Levels Of Fecal Bacteria On Some Local Beaches

Initial water tests conducted Monday showed high levels of fecal bacteria at three beaches: Albany Avenue Beach in Atlantic City, Philadelphia Avenue Beach in Cape May, and Hollywood Avenue Beach in Wildwood Crest. The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection said it is likely a result of the recent heavy rains. All beaches remain open, but if the next round of testing exceeds water quality standards, they will be closed to swimming. en bay or river beaches, in Ocean, Monmouth and Cape May counties, are under an advisory as well.