（Boston Orange編譯）麻州政府1日宣佈，李子島（Plum Island）桑迪角海灘（Sandy Point Beach）與索爾茲伯里海灘保護區（Salisbury Beach Reservation）最新水質檢測的細菌濃度正常，禁止游泳告示2日（週四）上午正式撤除，趕在獨立紀念日連假前恢復水域開放。
黑弗里爾市（Haverhill）抽水站管線破裂，導致未經處理廢水流入梅里馬克河事件，已在市府成功裝設分流管線阻斷外洩後，解除危機。市府目前正著手加裝第二條備用管線，做永久性修復，將來也會持續監測河川與海灘水質。
麻州州長奚莉（Maura Healey）表示，水域趕在獨立紀念日連假前及時開放，有助於支持當地受影響的餐飲與觀光產業。
有關單位發表聲明，稱市場與餐廳販售的貝類海鮮未受波及，民眾可放心食用；但因貝類具濾食特性，天然採捕區將維持關閉至符合國家安全標準。
State Beaches Safe for Swimming Following Merrimack Sewer Overflow
Water quality tests confirm Sandy Point Beach on Plum Island and Salisbury Beach Reservation safe for swimming ahead of Fourth of July weekend
Haverhill completes installation of sewer bypass to halt sewage overflows into the Merrimack River
BOSTON – Today, the Healey-Driscoll Administration announced that Sandy Point Beach on Plum Island and Salisbury Beach Reservation are cleared for swimming after water quality testing showed no evidence of elevated bacterial levels. Also today, the City of Haverhill completed the successful installation of a bypass line to reroute wastewater back to the treatment facility and cease untreated discharges into the Merrimack River.
These steps were taken following the failure of a force main associated with the South Mill Street Pump station in Haverhill, prompting temporary closures for swimming and shellfish closures in surrounding communities. Water quality monitoring will continue, including in river areas.
“I’m glad that people can once again enjoy swimming at our beaches just in time for the Fourth of July weekend, while continuing to support the local businesses, restaurants and seafood industry that make the Merrimack River region such a special destination,” said Governor Maura Healey. “We’re grateful to everyone who worked around the clock to protect public health and restore access to these waterways as quickly as possible.”
“This has been an all-hands-on-deck effort from the beginning,” said Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll. “State agencies, local officials, and emergency responders moved quickly to protect residents and minimize impacts. We're pleased that people can safely get back in the water while we continue working toward a permanent solution, and we will continue to monitor water quality, including in river areas."
Swimming & Water Quality
Test results at state beaches have shown normal levels of bacteria and are safe areas for swimming. Signage will be changed at state beaches on Thursday morning. Local beaches have also conducted testing and many have also moved forward with allowing swimming. For up-to-date information on which beaches have been posted with no swimming advisories, please see the Interactive Beach Water Quality Dashboard. Residents are encouraged to plan ahead.
On-going water testing will continue at beaches and river areas in potentially impacted areas to ensure conditions remain safe for the public.
Shellfish Closures
Shellfish currently being served in restaurants or sold in markets were not impacted by this event. Consumers can continue to purchase and enjoy shellfish with confidence.
Shellfish are filter feeders, and they can quickly accumulate and concentrate contaminants from the environment, which can pose hazards to public health. Shellfish harvesting areas on the North Shore remain closed until further notice in accordance with the national standards for shellfish safety.
Ongoing Construction Activities
With the first bypass line now operational, crews will continue work on a second bypass line to offer additional capacity. The City also will conduct a comprehensive inspection and evaluation of the force main to conduct permanent repairs.
Managing the Heat Wave
As the heat wave continues this weekend, state officials encourage residents to continue to enjoy their celebrations and stay cool:
• Spending time in air-conditioned public places.
• Checking if local cooling centers are open.
• Using public pools or spray decks and exploring marine and freshwater beaches to swim. View swimming resources to find options.
• Limiting tough outdoor activities during peak heat.
• Drinking plenty of water.
• Checking on vulnerable people like older adults, young kids, and outdoor workers.
The Healey-Driscoll Administration will continue working with local, state, and federal partners to identify additional support to impacted communities as recovery efforts continue.
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