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New Jersey Issues Advisories, Closes Some Beaches After Bacteria Turns Up in Water Testing

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The New Jersey health department has issued a warning about some beaches after finding an excess of bacteria.

UPDATE: Officials say all New Jersey beaches are opened Thursday and will be open this weekend after resampling of water in affected areas showed samples met the state's recreational bathing standard. 

Fifteen New Jersey swimming beaches are closed and 4 others are under an advisory after test results showed rising levels of bacteria. 

The state Department of Environmental Protection issues an advisory when a sample exceeds the state standard for the presence of Enterococci, a type of bacteria found in animal and human waste.

Surf City serves up American fare in a beachy setting. The waterfront space comes complete with palm trees, sand and outdoor seating. More on Surf City here.
Surf City offers up beautiful views of the Hudson.
The lobster roll at Surf City features Maine lobster, mayonnaise and celery. It is served on a potato roll with fries on the side.
Pictured here is snow crab legs from Surf City. The dish is served with potatoes and Jersey corn.
The seafood paella at Surf City is the perfect summer dish.
Cellar 335 is Polynesian-inspired. It has cheeky decor and Tiki-style cocktails. You will definitely feel like you've left New Jersey for the day. More on Cellar 335 here.
Pictured here is avocado fried rice from Cellar 335. You can definitely taste Asian flavors in this dish.
A look at some of the fun, tropical cocktails that are served up at Cellar 335. The bar has more than a dozen specialty cocktails to choose from. They range in price from $10-$15.
Cellar 335 also serves "large format" cocktails meant for sharing. Pictured here is the Big Kahuna. This enormous drink will set you back $100.
The very popular Neapolitan pizza restaurant Porta has two New Jersey locations -- one in Asbury Park and one in Jersey City. The Jersey City location has a rooftop, which is great for a warm summer night. More on Porta here.
This seasonal pizza from Porta in Jersey City features San Marzano tomato sauce, goat cheese, fresh mozzarella and is topped with heirloom tomatoes.
The rooftop at Porta in Jersey city.
There are few things more refreshing than a cold drink on a hot day, and the frozen watermelon rosé definitely seems like it would hit the spot.
If you're just looking for a snack, Porta in Jersey City serves house-made mozzarella and ricotta with sliced Italian bread for $10.

Swimming advisories warn the public of potentially unhealthy water conditions. Additional sampling is conducted until water quality results are again within the standard.

Beaches are closed if two consecutive samples collected at a bathing beach exceed the state standard. Beach closings remain in effect until subsequent sampling indicates that bacteria levels are again below the standard. 

The closure applies to water activities like swimming, wading and playing in the water. Other beach-related activities like sunbathing and walking on the beach are unaffected. 

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The privately held, family-run chain has 92 locations and is famous for large stores offering an extensive variety of prepared foods in addition to groceries.
Some reports suggested that dozens of people may have camped out in the parking lot overnight for the chance to get into the store early Sunday.
One shopper described it as "the Disney World of grocery stores."
Others hashtagged their photos "#openingdaymadness."
A crowded Wegmans

The following beaches are closed: 

ATLANTIC COUNTY

  • Atlantic City
    Beach (Ocean): Montgomery Ave
  • Atlantic City
    Beach (Ocean): Annapolis Ave
  • Atlantic City
    Beach (Ocean): Pennsylvania
  • Atlantic City
    Beach (Ocean): North Carolina
  • Atlantic City
    Beach (Ocean): Georgia
  • Atlantic City
    Beach (Ocean): Missouri
  • Atlantic City
    Beach (Ocean): Bartram
  • Somers Point City
    Beach (Bay): New Jersey Ave
  • Ventnor City
    Beach (Ocean): Austin Ave
  • Ventnor City
    Beach (Ocean): Dorset
  • Ventnor City
    Beach (Ocean): New Haven
  • Ventnor City
    Beach (Ocean): Washington

OCEAN COUNTY

  • Beachwood Borough
    Beach (River): Beachwood Beach West

  • Island Heights Borough
    Beach (River): Summit

  • Pine Beach Borough
    Beach (River): West Beach Avon Rd
  • Stafford Township
    Beach (Bay): Jennifer

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Advisories have been issued for the following beaches:

OCEAN COUNTY

Barnegat Light Borough

  • Beach (Bay): 25th St. Bay Front

Long Beach Township

  • Beach (Bay): New Jersey

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