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Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Who do I contact if I'm concerned with beach water quality or notice something abnormal related to my beach.
A. 1-877-WARN-DEP
1-877-927-6337
1-877-927-6337
Q. When does water quality monitoring end for the season?
A. Water quality monitoring for Environmental Stations begins ends in September.
Q. When does water quality monitoring begin for the season?
A. Water quality monitoring for Environmental Stations begins in May.
Q. When do beaches open for the season?
A. Environmental Stations never officially open because they are not public recreational beaches.
Q. Can I bring my dog to the beach?
A. Most municipalities do not allow dogs on the beach from March 15 through October 15.
Q. When do coastal observation flights begin for the season?
A. One week before Memorial Day.
Q. How often do you fly the coast?
A. Every day but Wednesday during the summer beach season.
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