|
|
Tweet |
U.S. Virgin Islands Takes Steps To Prevent Seaside Pollution
Charlotte Amalie, US Virgin Islands - The U.S. Virgin Islands has taken steps to prevent further pollution of its bays and beaches, reportedly contaminated by fecal bacteria, officials said Monday.
The Department of Planning and Natural Resources has begun tightening regulations on home and business septic tanks after researchers in September found high levels of fecal bacteria in six St. Thomas bays, said department spokeswoman Amanda Sackey.