Sewage spill leaks into Clarks Cove in Dartmouth

DARTMOUTH, Mass. (WLNE) — Dartmouth’s Board of Health said Tuesday that some sewage had spilled into Clarks Cove.

The board said a “sewer overflow discharge” from New Bedford’s sewage collection system leaked into the cove Monday.

The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection urges the public to “avoid contact with this body for 48 hours after the discharge or overflow cease due to increased health risks from bacteria and other pollutants.

Christopher Michaud, Director of the Board of Health, said that the board has tested five beaches in the area for increased bacteria.

Jones Beach, Hidden Bay, Oak Hill Shores, and Anthony’s Beach are all closed until test results come back.

Anyone with questions should contact the Dartmouth of Board of Health at 508-910-1804.