Alligator Creek continues to test high for E. coli

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Alligator Creek has continued to test positive for Escherichia coli, prompting the city of Fernandina Beach to post signs around the area, discouraging contact with the water in the area. Holly Dorman/News-Leader

Alligator Creek has continued to test positive for Escherichia coli, prompting the city of Fernandina Beach to post signs around the area, discouraging contact with the water in the area. Holly Dorman/News-Leader

Alligator Creek — also known as Escambia Slough — near Escambia Street and Eighth Street tested again for high levels of Escherichia coli.

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