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Iowa Beaches Closed Due to E Coli | Des Moines News
With temps soaring into the 90s this weekend, Iowa’s beaches might be tempting—but beware: eleven state beaches are currently unsafe for swimming due to high E. Coli levels. The DNR has been testing weekly since Memorial Day, and these spots—including Backbone, Big Creek, and Lake Darling—still haven’t dropped below safety thresholds. Advisories remain in place until levels improve. Meanwhile, Blue Lake and Lake Keomach beaches are temporarily off the monitoring list due to low water levels. Plus, some areas still grapple with lingering algae toxins. Always check the DNR’s website—or the…
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