As of Wednesday, July 8, 2026, the following bathing beach water quality updates have been issued:
- The most recent water sample collected at Eugenia Fortes Beach failed, resulting in a geometric mean exceedance there. This beach will be posted closed to swimming in accordance with 105 CMR 445.000. New samples were collected and a follow-up will be provided, as soon as the laboratory results become available.
- The most recent water sample collected at Keyes (Sea Street) Beach passed and the geometric mean has decreased. This beach will re-open to swimming. Closure signage posted there will be removed today.
To learn more about Barnstable County’s Beach Monitoring program and to review a summary of current Cape-wide beach closures, please visit: https://www.capecod.gov/departments/health-environment/programs-services/water-and-wastewater/bathing-beach-water-quality/
Thomas A. McKean, RS, CHO
Director of Public Health
TOWN OF BARNSTABLE