"Swimming Banned at 13 RI Beaches"

The Rhode Island Department of Health has recommended the closure of 13 beaches for swimming due to high bacteria levels, including popular spots like Goddard Park Beach, Oakland Beach, and Buttonwoods Beach in Warwick. Several other beaches remain on the state's closure list, and Georgiaville Pond Beach has been closed since July 12 due to harmful blue-green algae. The Health Department continues to monitor water quality and advises checking online or calling for updates.