10 beaches unsafe this weekend

If you plan to hit the beaches this weekend, keep in mind that the Guam Environmental Protection Agency has deemed several island beaches as polluted.

February 5, 2010Updated: February 5, 2010
KUAM NewsBy KUAM News

by Michele Catahay

Guam - If you plan to hit the beaches this weekend, keep in mind that the Guam Environmental Protection Agency has deemed several island beaches as polluted. They are Dungca's Beach through Sleepy Lagoon, East Hagatna Bay through Trinchera Beach, Padre Palomo Park Beach, Adelup Beach Park, Asan Bay Beach, Santos Memorial Park, Umatac Bay, Toguan Bay, Merizo Pier and Talofofo Bay.

Swimming and fishing in these waters could cause illnesses such as sore throat and diarrhea.