Alligator Creek tests positive for E. coli

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Escambia Slough tested for high levels of Escherichia coli, officially deeming it “impaired waters” under the Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s standards. Holly Dorman/News-Leader

Escambia Slough tested for high levels of Escherichia coli, officially deeming it “impaired waters” under the Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s standards. Holly Dorman/News-Leader

The St. Marys Riverkeeper’s regular water quality testing found high levels of Escherichia coli in the water near Escambia Street and Eighth Street.

The Environmental Protection Agency says safe recrea…